HOT ! African Trade Black Skunk Eye Beads Antique Trade Necklace 12-13mm

These are fabulous strands of Antique African Black Skunk Glass Beads. They are black glass with applied polychrome dots. These old black Skunk Eye beads are genuine and exceptional. African trade beads such as these originated in Venice, Italy where they were produced in the 18th and 19th centuries and traded to Africa. Each bead has been crafted by an artisan by applying the molten white, red and blue glass dots to the black base of the bead. These beads are round and measure 12-13mm. Created using the wound, or drawn glass production method. Skunk Beads represent one of the earliest forms of \'lampwork\', a process which involves the addition of small glass globules to a set surface, giving the 3-D raised effect. The black skunk beads are even earlier than the red or white examples. The beads have some chips and pits, consistent with age and use. Some loss of decoration. Each strand is unique and may vary slightly from the photo. Limited supply!

• Length: 28.5 inches


• Bead Size: 12-13mm

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