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Adjustable bead bracelet with rare antique trade beads and new African beads

Adjustable bead bracelet with rare antique trade beads and new African beads

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I'm selling off some of my collection of unusual beads to make some space in my workshop, so if you love beads, please take a look

Old trade beads from Venice and Nepal are mixed with clay beads from Mali, bringing together little treasures from around the world!

This item will be posted to you by The Curious Bead Company within 3 days of receiving payment.

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The central glass bead would have been made in or around Venice between about 1880 and 1920, then exported to Africa to be used as currency. These beads usually bear the scars of their travels in the form of chips to the glass but this one is in remarkably good condition, making it quite rare.

There are two other small trade beads and two modern clay beads from Mali alongside new African glass beads and some vintage ones from the Himalayas.

Here you have a wearable collection of unusual beads from around the world. Lots to talk about!

Size: This bracelet can be opened out to about 8" when putting on and closes to around 5.5".

Presentation: Your bracelet will be sent in a presentation bag ready to give to someone special (or to keep for yourself ).

Gifts: I can send to another address and include a handwritten message if requested.

Postage: I can usually post within 24 hours and postage is free.

Environment: All of my outer packaging is either recycled or reusable.

Shop: Click on CuriousBeadCompany to see other unusual bracelets.

Mailing List: Click on 'Contact the Designer' to subscribe to my mailing list and receive a discount code for your next order.

Designed by Pat Simon in Bishop's Castle

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