Antique 8mm Round Millefiori Venetian Mosaic Trade Beads - African Trade

Presenting a set of five stunning, antique Venetian round millefiori mosaic beads with remarkable craftsmanship and vivid color. These old Venetian glass trade beads were crafted in Italy in the early 1900s and served as valuable trade beads across Africa, particularly cherished in Ghana and West Africa. They are an exquisite example of the Venetian millefiori glass technique, a craft perfected for centuries, producing complex mosaic designs that remain vibrant and unique even today.

These beads are in excellent condition, a rare find given their age and history.

Bead Specifications: Size: Approximately 8 mm in diameter Condition: Excellent, no visible chips or cracks

The Venetian millefiori beads are crafted using a special glass-making technique where each bead is built from intricate, multicolored glass canes that are fused and shaped into these stunning mosaic patterns. Once in Africa, these beads gained cultural and historical significance, used in trade and often worn as jewelry by those who valued their beauty and uniqueness. Today, these antique African trade beads are treasured by collectors and artisans who appreciate their detailed history and timeless design.

Explore more rare millefiori beads in our collection:

• Current Millefiori Beads Collection
• Antique Trade Beads Collection
• Archived Millefiori Beads