[{"id":288892584091,"handle":"79-and-up","title":"$79 and Up","updated_at":"2025-03-07T01:43:24-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2022-09-29T22:20:09-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"78.99"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Gift Card"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190128965,"handle":"african-beads","title":"African Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:10:07-08:00","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":293181030555,"handle":"all-products-oos","title":"All Products including Out of Stock","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:10:07-08:00","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":"2025-03-07T04:10:07-08:00","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":190129925,"handle":"brass-beads","title":"Brass Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T02:25:00-08:00","body_html":"Known for their rustic appearance and tribal look, African brass beads are second only to recycled glass as Africa's most popular bead exports. For centuries, these hand-crafted beads doubled as a primitive form of currency in parts of Ethiopia and Ghana – ironically the two countries where this ancient art-form is seeing a widespread revival. Brass Beads continue to serve as a symbol of status in some parts of east Africa. Many antique brass beads from Africa were handmade using the “lost wax” process adopted by native craftsmen – a largely unevolved technique whereby molten metal is poured into a hardened, handmade wax cast and allowed to set. The metal adheres to the various whorls and strips of wax, which in turn begins to melt away as intense heat emanates from the ore. As it cools, the molten brass hardens, taking on the very same characteristics as the wax mold - usually a cross-hatched, ringed or woven design to support the bead's hollow structure. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/ghana-brass-filigree-beads\"\u003eAshanti Brass Beads\u003c\/a\u003e produced by Ghanaian tribespeople are by far the most elaborate in comparison to the efforts of Ethiopia's Borana tribe. Kenya is also known for its solid brass beads which are now highly sought after in the West. Their smooth finish, coupled with their likeness to natural heishi beads makes Kenyan brass beads a versatile choice for contemporary stringing projects and brass jewelry. At The Bead Chest, we are proud to carry one of the largest selections of African brass beads, antique brass, and ethnic \u0026amp; tribal brass beads on the web.","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:48:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Brass"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":322183823515,"handle":"couponable","title":"Couponable","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:10:07-08:00","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":20873510940,"handle":"decorative-beads","title":"Decorative Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T02:24:26-08:00","body_html":"Nothing adds a touch of character to a room more than a large strand of rustic, handmade beads. Browse our large selection of decorative beads which can be used for home and interior decor. Lay one across the coffee table, break the strand put the beads in a bowl, or do anything else creative to add some character to your space! At The Bead Chest, we've been selling these great beads to interior designers and home decor stores for nearly a decade. Now is your chance to get them at a special price, direct from the source.","published_at":"2017-11-29T20:54:15-08:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"greater_than","condition":"24"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Beads"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Ring"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Baule"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Paper"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Lava"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Fused"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-02-24T13:42:00-08:00","alt":"","width":1242,"height":1242,"src":"\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/9fbbc7828235d8b92c0f917b9857b4f5.jpg?v=1614202921"}},{"id":329238479003,"handle":"extra-large-beads","title":"Extra Large Beads (20mm and Up)","updated_at":"2025-03-07T02:05:57-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2025-03-05T16:11:40-08:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"greater_than","condition":"19"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":197664604315,"handle":"large-hole-beads","title":"Large Hole Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:05:11-08:00","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":238941667483,"handle":"macrame-beads","title":"Macrame Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T03:15:09-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2021-02-01T11:54:55-08:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"greater_than","condition":"2.8"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190132997,"handle":"metal-beads","title":"Metal Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T02:25:48-08:00","body_html":"Ornate and beautiful, African Metal Beads have long been an expressive art medium for indigenous tribes of the Southern and Eastern Capes. Their versatility as both a currency and symbol of status has vastly improved the fortunes of many impoverished regions, and borne an art form that continues to be imparted by ancestors to younger generations. Focal African Copper Beads are thought to be among the earliest formats produced using the “lost wax” method; an ancient Tuareg technique involving the use of hollow wax molds to shape and set molten metal. Ductile and soft, copper is one of the easiest metals to manipulate into elaborate shapes, which is why you'll find the vast majority of Copper Beads here at The Bead Chest are characterised by intricate designs and filigree work. Ethiopian Heishi Beads produced prior to the 1950's also utilised this method, and historians suggest the ancient Tuareg technique may have paved the way for the cage-like Baoule Brass Beads now produced in abundance along the Ivory Coast. Africa's popular White Metal Beads are a more recent innovation. They are commonly produced using recyclable alloys, such as aluminium, sourced from discarded cans and industrial roofing. Metal Beads tend to be far less elaborate in character than their copper counterparts owing to the process by which they are made. Both Tube and Heishi Beads are produced using the “winding” technique – a process whereby the metal is heated until malleable, before winding it around a mandrel and hammering it into shape. This technique allows for greater uniformity when crafting smaller beads, making them ideal for bead-weaving and peyote style projects.","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:49:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Metal"},{"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! We know you’ll find the right beads for you and your creative designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T12:33:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Nigeria"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190155973,"handle":"only-the-best","title":"Only the Best!","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:04:05-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-02T13:35:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"49"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":191287621,"handle":"round-beads","title":"Round Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:05:11-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-08T05:44:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Round"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":304599957659,"handle":"test","title":"TEST","updated_at":"2025-03-07T04:10:07-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2024-03-19T16:27:57-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"0"}],"published_scope":"web"},{"id":319572803739,"handle":"treat-yourself-to-luxury","title":"Treat Yourself to Luxury","updated_at":"2025-03-07T01:43:24-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2024-10-04T10:21:49-07:00","sort_order":"alpha-asc","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"30"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"}]
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Take a moment to appreciate the exceptional size of these unusual Nigerian brass globe beads. The rustic surface and imperfections give them a primitive artistic feel. Large beads like these are great as table accents or as a focal piece to decorate a special room. Note that these beads may be heavy for most people to wear as jewelry. Each strand measures approximately 28" in length with individual beads measure close to 27-28 x 29-30mm in diameter and hole size of about 7-9mm. Limited supply. Get your strand today!
Non-USA buyers, please note that a heavy-weight surcharge may apply for this item. Please inquire in advance if you would like to pre-confirm this fee.
Take a moment to appreciate the exceptional size of these unusual Nigerian brass globe beads. The rustic surface and imperfections give them a primitive artistic feel. Large beads like these are great as table accents or as a focal piece to decorate a special room. Note that these beads may be heavy for most people to wear as jewelry. Each strand measures approximately 28" in length with individual beads measure close to 27-28 x 29-30mm in diameter and hole size of about 7-9mm. Limited supply. Get your strand today!
Non-USA buyers, please note that a heavy-weight surcharge may apply for this item. Please inquire in advance if you would like to pre-confirm this fee.
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Take a moment to appreciate the exceptional size of these unusual Nigerian brass globe beads. The rustic surface and imperfections give them a primitive artistic feel. Large beads like these are great as table accents or as a focal piece to decorate a special room. Note that these beads may be heavy for most people to wear as jewelry. Each strand measures approximately 28" in length with individual beads measure close to 27-28 x 29-30mm in diameter and hole size of about 7-9mm. Limited supply. Get your strand today!
Non-USA buyers, please note that a heavy-weight surcharge may apply for this item. Please inquire in advance if you would like to pre-confirm this fee.
Take a moment to appreciate the exceptional size of these unusual Nigerian brass globe beads. The rustic surface and imperfections give them a primitive artistic feel. Large beads like these are great as table accents or as a focal piece to decorate a special room. Note that these beads may be heavy for most people to wear as jewelry. Each strand measures approximately 28" in length with individual beads measure close to 27-28 x 29-30mm in diameter and hole size of about 7-9mm. Limited supply. Get your strand today!
Non-USA buyers, please note that a heavy-weight surcharge may apply for this item. Please inquire in advance if you would like to pre-confirm this fee.
