Old Large Green 4-Layer Chevron Bead – Antique Venetian Glass

Presenting a stunning and rare 4-layer green antique Venetian Chevron bead, expertly crafted in the late 1800s to early 1900s. This beautiful piece is an authentic example of Venetian glass trade beads, also known as Chevron beads, Rosetta beads, or antique Chevron glass beads. Its vibrant green layers and classic starburst pattern make it a collector’s gem and a gorgeous addition to any bead strand or jewelry piece.

• Bead Size: 21 mm x 6 mm

• Condition: Excellent – no visible chips or cracks, beautiful surface patina

These antique Chevron beads were made using a meticulous glassworking technique in Venice, Italy. The method, known as the drawn cane technique, involved layering molten glass in contrasting colors around a star-shaped mold. Once cooled and hardened, the glass canes were sliced into individual beads, each revealing the intricate starburst design that Chevron beads are famous for.

Venetian Chevron beads were highly valued in Africa, often traded for gold, ivory, and other valuable commodities during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, they remain one of the most collectible and historically significant trade beads, admired for their beauty, craftsmanship, and cultural importance.

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