Antique Venetian Feather Glass Trade Bead Strand with Hebron Bead - African Trade Statement necklace and rope twist borders—classic motifs

and rope twist borders—classic motifs of late 19th century French vanity objects

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A bold collector and statement fashion piece with strong tribal and bohemian aesthetic appeal

Condition: very good vintage condition

Secures with a box clasp and safety chain

Antique Venetian Feather Glass Trade Bead Strand with Hebron Bead - African Trade Statement necklace and rope twist borders—classic motifsA rare and visually striking strand of antique Venetian glass trade beads featuring large, polychrome feather (chevron style drawn molded pattern) round beads, paired with a substantial yellow Hebron trade bead centerpiece. A yellow streaks on all feather beads exhibit soft pink orange fluorescence under UV light characteristic of this specific color in older Venetian millefiori and fancy beads. Venetian Feather Glass BeadsSize: approx. 15. 824. 8 mm.