Lampwork, Antique Venetian, Brown with White Eyes "Tic Tac Toe" Beads, Set of 5
SKU: AFE-1333
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$24.00
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Description
- These beads are priced and sold by the set of 5
- Known as Tic Tac Toe beads, these brick brown beads with black and white eye designs inside latticino lined squares have enjoyed enduring global popularity
- Made in Venice, Italy 1700s to early 1900s for the African trade
- Mosaic trade beads are instantly mesmerizing It can take a little longer to appreciate the beads African traders call "Good Beads", meaning valuable. They are more subtle, older and bear some scars, but their subtle beauty endures.
- I'm rediscovering my appreciation for them as I prepare this launch, and have started designing with them again. I love how easily the various sizes, shapes and colors combine so harmoniously.
- Watch the Nomadic Jewelry Collection to see some examples coming soon.