Product Description: This exquisite green elbow-shaped Chevron bead is a stunning piece crafted by a contemporary artist from Venice, Italy. Featuring six distinct layers, it reflects the intricate artistry and tradition of Venetian glassmaking.

Specifications:

• Origin: Italy
• Estimated Production Era: Late 1900s
• Diameter: 14mm
• Length: 53mm
• Hole Size: 3mm
• Special Notes: As this is an antique item, it may exhibit signs of wear, including scratches, cracks, or chips.

Important Notice:

Due to lighting conditions during photography, the actual color of the item may vary slightly from the photos. Additionally, the bead may appear different depending on the light intensity when viewed in various settings.

About Trade Beads:

Trade Beads refer to beads produced in Venice, Bohemia, and other European countries from the late 1400s to the early 1900s for trade with Africa and the Americas. These beads were exchanged for gold, ivory, and slaves in Africa, and for furs with Native Americans in North America. The peak of trade bead production was from the mid-1800s to the early 1900s, during which millions of beads were produced and exported, predominantly from Venice.