Item #772
Type of bead: Venetian Chevron
Made in : Venice/ Murano
Traded in: Africa
Approximate Age: Mid 20th century
In stock: 5 strings, 76 cm 58 beads each
Bead size: 15,1 x 6,5 mm
Weight: 50 gram each, including 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