Item #770
Type of bead: Chevron
Made in : Venice/ Murano
Traded in: Africa
Approximate Age: Mid 20th century
In stock: 2 strings, ~203 beads, 77 cm
Bead size: 4,6 x 4,8 mm
Weight: 33 gram per string
Overall Condition: Excellent
Chevron beads are very unique and special beads made in Venice and Murano (Italy). The beads were mostly made for export to Africa. Chevron beads are also a popular collector’s item and still have a high value in Africa today. They are worn for rituals and ceremonies and often even buried with the deceased. The most chevron beads have around 4 to 6 layers and the most popular colors to use were red, green and white.
Provenance: Private collection. F.d.G in NL