Venetian African glass trade beads mixed strand

This attractive strand of Venetian trade beads from Africa has an interesting mix of colour and types. Beads date from late 19th century to 1st half 20th century. Millions of  these beads were produced in a bewildering range of colours and forms and they were used to trade for goods with African merchants.

Dimensions: 90cms of bead length. Strand length 96cms. 15mm to 7mm bead diameters.
Weight: 165gms

Condition: Excellent overall condition. Age related chips to some beads. See photographs. (B7)