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  • Kenya Brass Heishi Beads - The Bead Chest
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    Kenya Brass Heishi Beads

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    Take a look at this strand of Kenya Brass Heishi beads from Africa. The strand is 13"-15" long, with beads measuring 1 mm in length and 3-4mm in d...

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  • Antiqued Brass Bell Beads (Set of 20) - The Bead Chest
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    Antiqued Brass Bell Beads (Set of 20)

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    These cute metal bells are great for DIY jewelry and crafts alike. Measuring approximately 11 x 11mm in size, you will receive 20 bells per purchas...

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  • Brass Donut Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Donut Beads (10mm)

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    Take a look at this great strand of brass beads fashioned in a ring shape. Each strand is 10" inches long with beads measuring 2 x 10mm. These grea...

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  • Smooth Extra Large Gold Heishi Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Smooth Extra Large Gold Heishi Beads (6mm)

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    Beautiful strand of high quality, ethnic gold colored brass beads measuring 16" in length. Individual beads measure 1.5 x 6mm in size, with holes m...

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  • Brass Diamond Cut Cylinder Beads (4x8mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Diamond Cut Cylinder Beads (4x8mm)

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    These brass beads are fashioned in an unusual faceted cylinder shape. Individual beads measure 4x8mm with a large 5mm hole. Each strand measures 9"...

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  • Brass-Style Ghana Glass Seed Beads - The Bead Chest
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    Brass-Style Ghana Glass Seed Beads

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    Beautiful strand of brass glass seed beads from Ghana, strung on a traditional raffia string. Each bead measures approximately 3-4 x 4mm with stran...

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  • Diamond Cut Faceted Gold Color Beads (3mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Diamond Cut Faceted Gold Color Beads (3mm)

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    Beautiful strand of faceted gold beads. These beads have been fashioned to resemble a diamond cut. They will add a glamorous touch to your beaded j...

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  • Round Brass Crimp Beads (2mm, Set of 100) - The Bead Chest
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    Round Brass Crimp Beads (2mm, Set of 100)

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    Looking to create a clean and smooth finish or stop on your jewelry designs? Our brass round crimp beads will make the perfect stops and separators...

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  • Brass Faceted Ring Beads (7mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Faceted Ring Beads (7mm)

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    These chic Gold Nugget Beads are made from brass and have a striking gold finish. With a special shiny finish these beads will add just the right a...

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  • Round Brass Ethiopian Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Round Brass Ethiopian Beads (8mm)

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    Here is a beautiful strand of Ethiopian Brass Round Bicone from Africa. Each bead is handmade individually. The strand is a long approx. 28", wi...

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  • Gunmetal Round Crimp Beads (3mm, Set of 100) - The Bead Chest
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    Gunmetal Round Crimp Beads (3mm, Set of 100)

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    Looking to create a clean and smooth finish or stop on your jewelry designs? Our gunmetal round crimp beads will make the perfect stops and separat...

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  • Brass Round Crimp Beads (2.5mm, Set of 100) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Round Crimp Beads (2.5mm, Set of 100)

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    Looking to create a clean and smooth finish or stop on your jewelry designs? Our brass round crimp beads will make the perfect stops and separators...

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  • Brass Tube Crimp Beads (1.5mm, Set of 100) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Tube Crimp Beads (1.5mm, Set of 100)

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    Looking to create a clean and smooth finish or stop on your jewelry designs? Our brass tube crimp beads will make the perfect stops and separators ...

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  • Folded Brass Plate Ethiopian Metal Beads (13x7mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Folded Brass Plate Ethiopian Metal Beads (13x7mm)

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    Admire this great strand of brass Ethiopian metal beads. These beads have been individually fashioned by hand which lends to them a unique and rust...

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  • Smooth Gold Heishi Beads (5mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Smooth Gold Heishi Beads (5mm)

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    Take a look at this great strand of brass beads fashioned in a heishi shape. Each strand is 16"inches long with approximately 240 beads measuring 1...

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  • Gold Patterned Heishi Beads (3mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Gold Patterned Heishi Beads (3mm)

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    Take a look at this great strand of gold beads fashioned in a heishi shape. Each strand is 26" inches long with approximately 340 beads measuring 2...

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  • Round Afghan Tribal Brass Bead (26x20mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Round Afghan Tribal Brass Bead (26x20mm)

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    Beads such as these are said to be worn by tribespeople of Central Asia. Pay attention to the detail and you will surely appreciate the high level ...

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  • Smooth Brass Seed Beads (3mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Smooth Brass Seed Beads (3mm)

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    Beautiful strand of high quality, ethnic brass beads measuring 25" in length. Individual beads measure 2x3mm in size, with holes measuring. Each st...

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  • Brass Melon Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Melon Beads (6mm)

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    These cute silver beads are designed to mimic watermelons. Each bead measures approximately 6 x 6mm with a hole size of approximately 2mm. You will...

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  • Brass Tiny Oval Beads (2mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Tiny Oval Beads (2mm)

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    Beautiful strand of high quality, ethnic brass beads measuring 24" in length. Individual beads measure 2 x 2mm in size, with holes measuring approx...

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  • Antiqued Brass Tiny Oval Beads (2mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Antiqued Brass Tiny Oval Beads (2mm)

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    Beautiful strand of high quality, ethnic brass beads measuring 24" in length. Individual beads measure 2 x 2mm in size, with holes measuring approx...

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  • Brass Tube Beads (1.5mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Tube Beads (1.5mm)

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    These fine quality brass tube beads are narrow and relatively consistent in shape. Each bead measures approximately 10-11mm wide by 1.5mm diameter....

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  • Folded Brass Tube Ethiopian Beads (8x5mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Folded Brass Tube Ethiopian Beads (8x5mm)

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    Admire this great strand of darker brass / bronze Ethiopian oval metal beads. These beads have been individually fashioned by hand which lends to t...

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  • Smooth Extra Large Brass Heishi Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Smooth Extra Large Brass Heishi Beads (6mm)

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Known for their rustic appearance and tribal look, African brass beads are second only to recycled glass as Africa's most popular bead exports. For centuries, these hand-crafted beads doubled as a primitive form of currency in parts of Ethiopia and Ghana – ironically the two countries where this ancient art-form is seeing a widespread revival. Brass Beads continue to serve as a symbol of status in some parts of east Africa. Many antique brass beads from Africa were handmade using the “lost wax” process adopted by native craftsmen – a largely unevolved technique whereby molten metal is poured into a hardened, handmade wax cast and allowed to set. The metal adheres to the various whorls and strips of wax, which in turn begins to melt away as intense heat emanates from the ore. As it cools, the molten brass hardens, taking on the very same characteristics as the wax mold - usually a cross-hatched, ringed or woven design to support the bead's hollow structure. Ashanti Brass Beads produced by Ghanaian tribespeople are by far the most elaborate in comparison to the efforts of Ethiopia's Borana tribe. Kenya is also known for its solid brass beads which are now highly sought after in the West. Their smooth finish, coupled with their likeness to natural heishi beads makes Kenyan brass beads a versatile choice for contemporary stringing projects and brass jewelry. At The Bead Chest, we are proud to carry one of the largest selections of African brass beads, antique brass, and ethnic & tribal brass beads on the web.