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Snake beads are vintage African trade beads originally produced in Czechoslovakia and exported to West Africa. The shape of these beads is inspired by snake vertebrae. While real snake vertebrae beads have been traded in Africa for centuries, glass alternatives such as these appeared only in the 20th century. The beads on this beautiful mango color strand measure approximately 2-4 x 4-6mm, with hole size of 1mm. Each strand measures approximately 24" with interspersed interlocking and cylindrical spacer beads. Each strand is unique and may vary slightly from photo. Own a piece of history with these beautiful antique beads!
Mango Medley Vintage Glass Snake Beads
Original price
$29.00
Original price
$29.00
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Original price
$29.00
Original price
$29.00
Current price
$29.00
$29.00
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$29.00
Current price
$29.00
Snake beads are vintage African trade beads originally produced in Czechoslovakia and exported to West Africa. The shape of these beads is inspired by snake vertebrae. While real snake vertebrae beads have been traded in Africa for centuries, glass alternatives such as these appeared only in the 20th century. The beads on this beautiful mango color strand measure approximately 2-4 x 4-6mm, with hole size of 1mm. Each strand measures approximately 24" with interspersed interlocking and cylindrical spacer beads. Each strand is unique and may vary slightly from photo. Own a piece of history with these beautiful antique beads!
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Product Details
Snake beads are vintage African trade beads originally produced in Czechoslovakia and exported to West Africa. The shape of these beads is inspired by snake vertebrae. While real snake vertebrae beads have been traded in Africa for centuries, glass alternatives such as these appeared only in the 20th century. The beads on this beautiful mango color strand measure approximately 2-4 x 4-6mm, with hole size of 1mm. Each strand measures approximately 24" with interspersed interlocking and cylindrical spacer beads. Each strand is unique and may vary slightly from photo. Own a piece of history with these beautiful antique beads!
Specifications
| Strand Length | 24 inches |
| Bead Size | 2-4 x 4-6mm |
| Hole Size | 1mm |
| Number of Beads | 175 (approximation) |
| Found In | Ivory Coast |
| Material | Glass |
| Color | Orange |
| Shape | Mixed |
| SKU | SKE-252 |
Snake beads are vintage African trade beads originally produced in Czechoslovakia and exported to West Africa. The shape of these beads is inspired by snake vertebrae. While real snake vertebrae beads have been traded in Africa for centuries, glass alternatives such as these appeared only in the 20th century. The beads on this beautiful mango color strand measure approximately 2-4 x 4-6mm, with hole size of 1mm. Each strand measures approximately 24" with interspersed interlocking and cylindrical spacer beads. Each strand is unique and may vary slightly from photo. Own a piece of history with these beautiful antique beads!
| Strand Length | 24 inches |
| Bead Size | 2-4 x 4-6mm |
| Hole Size | 1mm |
| Number of Beads | 175 (approximation) |
| Found In | Ivory Coast |
| Material | Glass |
| Color | Orange |
| Shape | Mixed |
| SKU | SKE-252 |