[{"id":190155845,"handle":"21-and-under","title":"$21 and Under","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:34:36-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-02T13:32:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"less_than","condition":"21.01"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190155909,"handle":"49-and-under","title":"$49 and Under","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-02T13:34:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"less_than","condition":"49.01"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190128965,"handle":"african-beads","title":"African Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"Each African Bead carries its own story; a rich history and story behind it. Many will have had numerous owners, and seen multiple continents by the time they arrive to you. African beads and jewelry have played an enormous role in the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-culture\/\"\u003eculture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-fashion\/\"\u003efashion\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-economy\/\"\u003eeconomy\u003c\/a\u003e, and artistic expression of the African people. Today, they are cherished by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-for-collectors\/\"\u003ecollectors\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-jewelry\/\"\u003ejewelry makers\u003c\/a\u003e, and everyday people who just love wearing African beads!\n\u003ch2 class=\"green\"\u003eThe Basics of African Beads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term African Beads is used to refer to both beads locally produced by indigenous people of the African continent as well as Trade Beads that have traveled from other parts of the world and now circulate or were recently sourced from Africa. Together these beads have played an enormous role in the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-culture\/\"\u003eculture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-fashion\/\"\u003efashion\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-economy\/\"\u003eeconomy\u003c\/a\u003e, and artistic expression of the African people. Today, they are cherished by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-for-collectors\/\"\u003ecollectors\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-jewelry\/\"\u003ejewelry makers\u003c\/a\u003e, and everyday people who just love wearing African beads! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-tribal-beads\/\"\u003eAfrican tribal beads\u003c\/a\u003e and glass beads also hold a special \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/mythical-significance-african-glass-beads\/\" title=\"Mythical significance of African glass beads\"\u003emythical significance\u003c\/a\u003e as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads and Beadmaking have a long history in Africa. Beads have been made by indigenous Africans for thousands of years. In ancient times Egyptians, Greeks, and Indians established trading bases in East Africa and eventually the Arabs invaded in the eighth century and established trade routes with the wealthy kingdom of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/ghana-beads\" title=\"Ghana beads\"\u003eGhana\u003c\/a\u003e in modern day Mauritania. The Arabs brought \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/glass-beads\" title=\"Glass beads\"\u003eglass beads\u003c\/a\u003e to the Niger Delta to trade for gold and slaves. European explorers and traders began to arrive in the 15th century and this was followed by a tremendous influx of beads during the colonial period. At the peak of trade it is estimated that beads accounted for 40% of total imports or 2.5lbs glass beads \/year for every man, women and child. Today the tradition of beads continues to be ingrained in African culture and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/trade-beads\"\u003eold trade beads\u003c\/a\u003e are still used for internal commerce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe modern production of beads is in some sense a family tradition where tools and techniques are passed from one generation to the next. Beadmaking is a labor-intensive process and since many beads are hand made, this leads to variability in the appearance of individual beads even within a single strand. Production of beads is distributed throughout many countries on the African continent however the Hausa people of West Africa are particularly known for dominating the bead trade where they travel extensively to locate beads in villages, modify many beads, and sell them to local and foreign merchants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfrican Beads are made from a diverse array of materials. Some of the oldest beads were made from natural materials such as \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/stone-beads\" title=\"Stone beads\"\u003estones\u003c\/a\u003e, clay, plant materials such as doum palm nuts and bamboo stems, animal materials such as ostrich eggshells, bones such as the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/batik-bone-beads\" title=\"Batik bone beads\"\u003eBatik Bone bead\u003c\/a\u003e of Kenya, buffalo horn, and marine shells such as the Conus. These materials continue to be used today. Similarly, metal beads have been made from gold, bronze, and brass especially in West African countries such as Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/mali-beads\" title=\"Mali beads\"\u003eMali\u003c\/a\u003e, Cameroon, and Senegal. Silver has also been traditionally popular in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/ethiopian-beads\" title=\"Ethiopian beads\"\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/a\u003e. Finally, glass beadmaking is also an ancient tradition in Africa where it has been practiced for at least 1000 years. The two techniques for making glass beads that dominate in Africa are \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/powder-glass-beads\" title=\"Powder glass beads\"\u003ePowder-glass Beadmaking\u003c\/a\u003e and Bida Glass Beadmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe uses of beads in Africa are as varied as the materials used to make them. Beadwork is very popular in many African nations and is integrated into many art forms including clothing such as the stand-out collars of the Maasai tribe, headdresses and belts, wooden sculptures, small leather amulets, and a myriad of jewelry items where beads are regarded as items of wealth, power, and status. Because of their long history, beads continue to play a role in many traditional rites and ceremonies such as coming-of-age, circumcision, marriage, burial, and local festivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe number of different African and African Trade Bead varieties in existence today is enormous. Any attempt at classification is further complicated by the fact that many beads have been reworked and redecorated over time to conform to local tastes and preferences. Some of the most well known varieties of African Beads today are \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/krobo-beads\" title=\"Krobo beads\"\u003eKrobo Beads\u003c\/a\u003e, Kakamba Beads, Mali Clay Beads and Mali Wedding Beads, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/chevron-beads\" title=\"Chevron beads\"\u003eChevrons\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/millefiori-beads\" title=\"Millefiori beads\"\u003eMillefiori\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/vaseline-beads\" title=\"Vaseline beads\"\u003eVaseline Beads\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/white-heart-beads\" title=\"White heart beads\"\u003eWhite Heart Beads\u003c\/a\u003e, Kiffa Beads, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/hebron-beads\" title=\"Hebron trade beads\"\u003eHebron Beads\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:48:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Ghana"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Kenya"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Ethiopia"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Ivory Coast"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Mali"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Burkina Faso"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Cameroon"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Nigeria"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Niger"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Guinea-Bissau"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Morocco"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Sudan"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Afghanistan"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Togo"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"West Africa"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190129093,"handle":"african-trade-beads","title":"African Trade Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/african-beads\" title=\"African beads\"\u003eAfrican beads\u003c\/a\u003e were first produced as a form of currency for native inhabitants all across the continent of Africa centuries ago, and are now appreciated world wide by thousands of bead collectors, wearers, and enthusiasts. What draws people to \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/african-trade-beads\" title=\"Trade beads\"\u003etrade beads\u003c\/a\u003e is not only their elegance and beauty in craft, but the experience and history that comes along with each bead. While African bead makers continue to create new beads today, many of the items we offer have traveled long distances and years of existence to arrive where they are today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe carry a large selection of high quality, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/pages\/authentic-trade-beads\/\" title=\"Traditional Characteristics of Authentic Trade Beads\"\u003eauthentic trade beads\u003c\/a\u003e. Hundreds of strands in stock, including \u003cstrong\u003eglass trade beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, antique african trade beads, vintage venetian trade beads, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/chevron-beads\" title=\"Chevron beads\"\u003eChevron trade beads\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eczech trade beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, and more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrade Beads are beads that have been used as a form of currency for the exchange of goods and services especially in West Africa. Some of the more common items that these beads were bartered for include ivory, gold, slaves, and other goods that were in demand by Europeans and colonial overlords. Trade beads were made throughout Europe, however their production was concentrated in Venice and Bohemia where the secrets of glass bead production were a carefully guarded secret. The high demand for European beads in Africa can be attributed to the cultural value put by African peoples on decorative items. Jewelry items could add to the status of the owner and could be passed on to future generations as a symbol of wealth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInterestingly, trade beads were also used for trade in the New World. The important role that they played is illustrated by the legend that the Dutch \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/pages\/trade-beads-manhattan-island\/\"\u003epurchased the island of Manhattan\u003c\/a\u003e from local Native American tribes for several strands of beads. It is believed that Christopher Columbus used glass Trade Beads for barter during his early voyages. Later, Spanish explorers and European fur traders and American explorers such as Lewis and Clark used Trade Beads to facilitate interactions with local peoples and to procure goods. Today, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/african-beads\" title=\"African beads\"\u003eAfrican beads\u003c\/a\u003e used in the trade are considered highly collectible items.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wide variety of Trade Beads were produced between the 16th and 20th centuries. One of the most celebrated bead designs is the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/millefiori-beads\" title=\"Millefiori beads\"\u003eMillefiori Bead\u003c\/a\u003e from Venice that was named after the characteristic flower pattern on its surface. The methods used to make these and other beads are a testament to the innovation of Venetian artisans. African artisans subsequently copied \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/glass-beads\" title=\"Glass beads\"\u003eglass\u003c\/a\u003e cane beads such as the Millefiori using \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/powder-glass-beads\" title=\"Powdered glass beads\"\u003epowdered glass\u003c\/a\u003e techniques to produce indigenous African Kiffa Beads with similar patterns. Additional well-known varieties of trade beads include \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/chevron-beads\" title=\"Chevron trade beads\"\u003eChevrons\u003c\/a\u003e, Dogon Beads,\u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/vaseline-beads\" title=\"Vaseline beads\"\u003eVaseline Beads\u003c\/a\u003e, Russian Blue Beads, Skunk Beads and many others.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Trade Beads are world-renown for their rich legacy and aesthetic beauty. While \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/african-trade-beads\" title=\"African trade beads\"\u003eAfrican Trade Beads\u003c\/a\u003e have long been highly regarded in African culture, their appreciation in Western countries continues to grow both among bead collectors and artists as well as bead enthusiasts alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:48:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"dogon"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"dogan"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"skunk"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"venetian"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"millefiori"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"tomato"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"trade"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"star snake"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"white heart"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"czech"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"green heart"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"kakamba"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"vaseline"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"watermelon chevron"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"hebron"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"coldonte"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"padre"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"mali wedding"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"fulani"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"christmas"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"russian blue"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"glass snake"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Vintage Ethiopian"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":102313605,"handle":"all","title":"All Products","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:34:36-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2015-10-03T13:56:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"show-subcollections","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_inventory","relation":"greater_than","condition":"0"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Gift Card"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":293181030555,"handle":"all-products-oos","title":"All Products including Out of Stock","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2023-09-18T15:21:32-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_inventory","relation":"greater_than","condition":"-1000"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":79632826458,"handle":"beads","title":"Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2018-09-30T19:33:37-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":239126315163,"handle":"beads-for-jewelry-design","title":"Beads for Jewelry Design","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"Explore our selection of beads and supplies for jewelry making. With over 5,000 products to choose from, we carry one of the most unique and diverse collections of beading supplies on the web!","published_at":"2021-02-03T10:47:48-08:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Jumbo"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Cloth"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-02-24T13:42:25-08:00","alt":null,"width":1026,"height":799,"src":"\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/920c1026b4c03e53d92ce40ddaae1f5e.jpg?v=1614202946"}},{"id":190129733,"handle":"blue-beads","title":"Blue Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLooking to create a custom jewelry design reminiscent of the deep blue seas or the color of the sky? You can trust our selection of serene blue beads to add that extra burst of color to any and all of your jewelry design creations. The color blue represents intelligence, communication, duty, efficiency, logic and a calm and collected energy. With shades from navy to sapphire, from indigo to cobalt, from azure to cerulean, from lapis to peacock and from arctic to deep ocean blue our many shades and hues of blue beads will add a lovely coolness to your jewelry designs and custom home decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn Europe and North America blue represents security, trust and authority. In most western cultures blue is considered to have a peaceful healing and soothing energy. Blue is often considered the safest color choice around the world especially in the way we dress and accessorize ourselves. With denim being one of the most popular staple pieces in everyday fashion, blue is truly one of the most common color we all wear. In some countries, blue can symbolize protection from evil and healing. In countries like Greece, Turkey, Iran, Albania, Afghanistan and West Africa you can find blue eye-shaped pendants and amulets being used to protect against the evil eye. In the Ukraine blue denotes good health. In Hindu culture blue is commonly connected to Krishna and encapsulates divine joy and love. In ancient Egypt blue was the color of the heavens and was associated with the Gods and the universe. In East Asia blue is often integrated into the architecture as a calming accent color. You can find many bath houses across Japan with pops of blue colors throughout to help promote relaxation and a healing restorative energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHere at The Bead Chest we have a in depth assortment of style, shapes and sizes of blue beads. Create your calming masterpiece with our clear marine recycled glass beads. Add a impactful vintage touch with our ancient Roman glass beads. Mix in the healing energy of our lapis lazuli and blue sea sediment jasper into your bracelets and charms. Looking to bring a raw tone into your designs? Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/krobo-beads\/blue-color?\"\u003eKrobo beads\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/seed-beads\/blue-color?\"\u003eJava Seed beads\u003c\/a\u003e can do that for you. With an amazing selection of unique \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/turquoise-beads\"\u003eturquoise beads\u003c\/a\u003e from Afghanistan to West Africa we have you covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eReady to permeate the calm and healing energies of blue? If so, go ahead take a browse through our section of blue beads. Go ahead, dive into the deep tones and hues of blue!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:48:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Blue"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":322183823515,"handle":"couponable","title":"Couponable","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2024-11-15T11:15:03-08:00","sort_order":"alpha-asc","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Couponable"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":319572738203,"handle":"everyday-value-finds","title":"Everyday Value Finds","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:10:07-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2024-10-04T10:20:34-07:00","sort_order":"alpha-asc","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"5"},{"column":"variant_price","relation":"less_than","condition":"15.01"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190131653,"handle":"glass-beads","title":"Glass Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThere is nothing more alluring than adding the refined and reflective touch of glass beads into your jewelry designs. For thousands of years glass beads have been made and incorporated into jewelry designs by master artisans. At The Bead Chest we have a diverse curated selection of glass beads at your disposal. From our unique strands of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/roman-glass-jewelry\"\u003eancient Roman glass\u003c\/a\u003e to our vibrant \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/glass-beads\/made-in-czechoslovakia?\"\u003eCzechoslovakian glass beads\u003c\/a\u003e and from our luminous strands of \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/glass-beads\/made-in-ghana?\"\u003eGhanaian recycled glass beads\u003c\/a\u003e to our captivating \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/glass-beads\/made-in-nepal?\"\u003eNepalese glass chevron beads\u003c\/a\u003e you’re going to have to take your time to browse our striking curated section of glass beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe creation and technology for the production of glass beads dates all the way back 5,000 years. Glass beads and jewelry adornments have been found in the ancient tombs of Egypt, as well as, many other archaeological dig sites across East Asia. Initially glass beads were produced by either glass blowing or winding techniques. Glass bead winding is done by dipping a rod into hot glass and winding the glass around the rod. As time moved on the techniques of glass making improved. One of most influential times for artisan glass bead making can be attributed to the 1300s in Venice Italy. Many Venetian glass bead making techniques were developed and refined during this time. The glass bead making techniques for creating glass seed beads, chevron beads, blown beads and wound beads were all refined during this period. By the late 15th century, trade routes from Europe had expanded all over the world. Travelers, traders and explorers all carried glass beads with them to use as a form of currency and the demand for glass beads began to increase. Since the demand for Venetian glass beads had inflated so much, Venetian artisans started outsourcing uncut glass to Bohemia (The Czech Republic) to be cut and fashioned into bead strands. Master glass crafters from Bohemia started to travel to Italy to work in local glass factories to learn and refine their glass bead making skills even more. Through the 19th century the Bohemian glass industry continued to grow and improve. By the 20th century Czech glass beads started being imported into countries all over the world. As the demand and popularity for Czech glass beads increased so did their prices and quality and throughout the 20th century Czech glass beads maintained their high status and demand. Artisan glass beads to this day are still in high demand!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSo what are you waiting for? Now is the time to add the refined and artistic touch of glass beads to your jewelry designs. So please take a moment to browse our diverse catalogue of distinct and assorted glass beads. We know you’re going to find the perfect strands for your jewelry design and interior design projects!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:48:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Glass"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Beads"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":210646761627,"handle":"in-stock-products","title":"In Stock Products","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:34:36-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2020-08-05T16:44:54-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_inventory","relation":"greater_than","condition":"0"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":197664604315,"handle":"large-hole-beads","title":"Large Hole Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:34:36-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2020-05-19T12:05:51-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"greater_than","condition":"1.8"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":329238216859,"handle":"medium-beads","title":"Medium Beads (8 to 15mm)","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:35:42-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2025-03-05T16:09:49-08:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"greater_than","condition":"7"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"less_than","condition":"16"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190153541,"handle":"nigerian-beads","title":"Nigerian Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T01:43:04-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWith such a precise artisan quality and a abundant history; our strands of Nigerian beads are the breath of fresh air your jewelry designs have been looking for. Here are The Bead Chest we have a diverse selection of Nigerian beads! From our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/nigerian-beads\/brass-material?\"\u003ebrass Nigerian beads and pendants\u003c\/a\u003e to our hand carved \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/nigerian-beads\/bone-material?\"\u003eNigerian bone beads\u003c\/a\u003e and from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/nigerian-beads\/glass-material?\"\u003eglass\u003c\/a\u003e to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/nigerian-beads\/wood-material?\"\u003ewooden Nigerian beads\u003c\/a\u003e your options are many! And with tones ranging from red to blue, black to white and with many \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/nigerian-beads\/multicolor-color?\"\u003emulticolor bead strand\u003c\/a\u003e options we know you’ll find the perfect Nigerian beads for your next jewelry collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eThe artisan culture and history of Nigerian jewelry making and artistry dates all the way back to 500 BC. From about 500 BC to AD 200 the Nok civilisation of Northern Nigeria flourished. From giant terracotta sculptures and statues to elaborate copper masks and brass jewelry, Nigerian artistry has been developing and influencing global culture since the dawn of time. In the middle ages Nigeria spanned all the way from western Nigeria to modern-day Togo. During that time the Benin Empire of southwestern Nigeria prospered from the 15th - 19th century. During that time Nigeria traded its artisan jewelry designs and supplies along trade routes reaching places like Portugal and the Middle East. The most famous ancient artifacts from Nigeria are the two royal Benin ivory masks. The ivory masks are seen by hundreds of thousands each year at the New York City Metropolitan Museum of Art and the British Museum of London. In modern day Nigeria the spirit of artistry and jewelry making is still alive and many of Nigeria’s current jewelry makers pull inspiration from the many styles of the ancient Benin Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eModern day Nigerian jewelry making is well known for its use and implementation of many different types of materials in all shapes and sizes. Coconut shells and vintage glass are creatively used to make unique strands of beads. Everything from camel bone beads to white metal beads are used as accent pieces in intricate necklaces and bracelets. Nigerian jewelry makers are particularly skilled at making beautiful brass bead strands and highly detailed brass pendants.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIt's a no brainer when it comes to working with the complex and spectacular styles of Nigerian beads. So please take your time browsing our selection of Nigerian beads and pendants! 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The name Padre Bead is derived from the fact that these beads were \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.thebeadchest.com\/padre-beads-christianity\/\"\u003eworn by Spanish priests\u003c\/a\u003e who were called \"padres\" meaning \"father\" in the Spanish language. These great beads come in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/blog.thebeadchest.com\/old-padre-beads-colors\/\"\u003eseveral different colors and hues\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name Padre Bead is derived from the fact that these beads were worn by Spanish priests who were called ‘padres’ meaning ‘father’ in the Spanish language. Some of these beads may have been part of the rosaries that Catholic priests would carry. The period during which they Padre Beads believed to have been first used is between the 16th and 18th centuries. 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Take a look at these beautiful cobalt blue padre beads. Made from Czech glass, padre beads such as these have been traded in African since as early as the late 1800 - early 1900's. Individual beads measure approximately 7-9 x 8-10mm. Versatile Beads. Get your strand today!
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Approx. 75 beads |
2-3mm Hole |
26 inches Strand Length
Take a look at these beautiful cobalt blue padre beads. Made from Czech glass, padre beads such as these have been traded in African since as early as the late 1800 - early 1900's. Individual beads measure approximately 7-9 x 8-10mm. Versatile Beads. Get your strand today!
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Take a look at these beautiful cobalt blue padre beads. Made from Czech glass, padre beads such as these have been traded in African since as early as the late 1800 - early 1900's. Individual beads measure approximately 7-9 x 8-10mm. Versatile Beads. Get your strand today!
Take a look at these beautiful cobalt blue padre beads. Made from Czech glass, padre beads such as these have been traded in African since as early as the late 1800 - early 1900's. Individual beads measure approximately 7-9 x 8-10mm. Versatile Beads. Get your strand today!
