Vintage Trade Bead Necklace

Vintage african glass trade bead necklace.

Vintage trade bead necklace.

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The study of jewelry maker s marks is a fascinating subject steeped in history culture and art. We carry a large selection of high quality authentic trade beads hundreds of strands in stock including glass trade beads antique african trade beads vintage venetian trade beads chevron trade beads czech trade beads and more. Accessorize with vintage style jewelry from 1928 jewelry. Often overlooked due to their intentionally hidden location and diminutive size the etchings found inscribed on a piece of modern or vintage jewelry offer a window into the who what and where of the piece and are well worth a serious look.

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In the case of this article the term vintage is used to refer to any bead over 30 years of age and under. 5 out of 5 stars 1 080 1 080 reviews 25 00 free shipping favorite add to. Vintage beads are a collector s item and can also be reused in beaded jewelry projects. Trade beads are beads that have been used as a form of currency for the exchange of goods and services especially in west africa.

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