Large Bicone Recycled Glass Bead with Chevron Design from Ghana

Elevate your jewelry-making or bead collection with this beautiful large bicone glass bead, uniquely crafted by the skilled artisans of Kroboland, Ghana. Made from recycled tiny seed glass beads and intricately decorated with a Chinese chevron glass bead, this piece is a testament to the region’s vibrant bead-making traditions.

• Size: 33 x 33 mm
• Material: Recycled seed glass beads with chevron accent
• Origin: Kroboland, Ghana

The process of crafting these extraordinary beads showcases the ingenuity and artistry of the Krobo people. Using new seed beads, artisans carefully place them into molds and heat them in traditional firewood kilns until the beads fuse together into a solid, unified shape. This sustainable technique not only reduces waste but also results in beads of exceptional character and durability.

African trade beads like this bicone bead hold deep cultural significance in Ghana and across Africa. Historically used in trade and as symbols of wealth, status, and creativity, these beads continue to be cherished worldwide for their beauty and historical value.

Expand your collection with other distinctive Krobo glass beads from TribalGH:

• Explore our current collection of African Krobo glass beads
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• Watch how Krobo artisans create their beads