Description

African Trade Bead Necklace

Red, White, Blue 1500-1600’s

Yellow and Black 1700’s

Yellow, Green, Red Modern

Size is about 12.5 inches roughly and weighs about 161 grams.

An African trade bead necklace is a colorful and meaningful piece of jewelry made from beads that were once used for trade between Africans and Europeans from the 1500s to the 1900s. The beads, often made of glass, stone, or metal, were mostly made in Europe and exchanged for goods like gold and ivory in Africa. Each necklace has a mix of shapes, colors, and patterns, showing different African traditions and trade history. Today, these necklaces are appreciated for both their beauty and cultural value.

All items from Ancient Artifacts & Treasures, Inc, carry a lifetime guarantee of authenticity.