Antique Rare Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Glass Trade Beads, 18x10mm Pair

Add a unique piece of history to your collection with this beautiful matching pair of antique Venetian millefiori mosaic glass trade beads. Crafted with intricate detail in Venice, Italy, these rare beads showcase the timeless allure of traditional African trade beads. Created in the early 1900s, they embody the elegance and exceptional quality that Venetian glassmakers are renowned for, with a mosaic design that remains strikingly vibrant.

Size:

• Diameter: 18 mm
• Width: 10 mm

Condition:

• Very good condition (lightly chipped at the ends, adding character and authenticity - see photos)

These rare millefiori beads were meticulously crafted using the mosaic technique, where intricate floral or geometric patterns are embedded into the glass, creating a unique “thousand flowers” effect. Such beads were highly valued in African markets, particularly in Ghana and across West Africa, where they played a significant role in trade. These Venetian beads are not just collectibles; they are enduring symbols of cultural exchange and history, cherished by collectors worldwide.

Discover more collectible millefiori beads at TribalGH:

• Current Millefiori Beads Collection
• Antique Trade Beads Collection
• Sold Millefiori Beads Archive