Western Europe, The Netherlands, Dutch, ca. 18th century CE. A fine necklace strung with semi-translucent glass trade beads of a cobalt blue color. Each bead is decorated with cut facets that create smooth surface textures and glisten in the light. Beads like these were traded with several African tribes during the Dutch colonial period and were used to create wearable jewelry like this necklace. Size (necklace): 34.25" L (87 cm); (largest bead): 0.5" L x 0.4" W (1.3 cm x 1 cm)

Provenance: private southwestern Pennsylvania, USA collection, acquired prior to 2000

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Wearable as shown. Minor nicks, abrasions, and encrustations to some beads, otherwise intact and very good. Smooth patina throughout.