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

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    Take a look at this great strand of brass beads fashioned in a heishi shape. Each strand is 27" inches long with approximately 338 beads measuring ...

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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • Round Brass Ethiopian Beads (6-7mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Round Brass Ethiopian Beads (6-7mm)

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    Here is a beautiful strand of Ethiopian Brass Round Beads from Africa. Each bead is handmade individually. The strand is a long approx. 30", with b...

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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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  • Bronze Round Crimp Beads (2mm, Set of 100) - The Bead Chest
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    Bronze Round 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 bronze round crimp beads will make the perfect stops and separator...

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  • Brass Flat Disk Heishi Beads (3mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Flat Disk Heishi Beads (3mm)

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    Take a moment to admire these chic brass disk heishi beads. The flat shape of these heishi beads makes them a fun and handy bead to use when creati...

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  • Smooth Antiqued Brass Bicone Beads (4.5mm, 16 Inch Strand) - The Bead Chest
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    Smooth Antiqued Brass Bicone Beads (4.5mm, 16 Inch Strand)

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    Take a look at this great strand of brass beads fashioned in a bicone shape. Each strand is 16" inches long with approximately 95 beads measuring 4...

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  • Brass Double Heishi Beads (2mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Double Heishi 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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  • Inlaid Nepali Cylindrical Brass Beads (15mm, Set of 4) - The Bead Chest
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    Inlaid Nepali Cylindrical Brass Beads (15mm, Set of 4)

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    Take a look at these delightful brass beads. Handcrafted by an artisan in Nepal each individual bead has been inlaid with vibrant bits of coral and...

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  • Bronze Tube Crimp Beads (2mm, Set of 100) - The Bead Chest
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    Bronze Tube 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 bronze tube crimp beads will make the perfect stops and separators...

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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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    Beautiful strand of high quality, ethnic brass beads measuring 16" in length. Individual beads measure 1.5 x 6mm in size, with holes measuring 2mm....

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  • Brass Tiny Faceted Diamond Cut Beads (2mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Tiny Faceted Diamond Cut Beads (2mm)

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    Admire these faceted brass beads. These delightful little beads will add a fun touch to your unique creations. Each bead measures 2-2.5mm in size w...

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  • Brass Interlocking Crisp Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Interlocking Crisp Beads (10mm)

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    These excellent Brass Interlocking Beads will make a great addition to your jewelry making kit. Each strand is about 8.5" in length. Each bead is a...

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  • Pharaonic Brass Scarab Bead (20x14mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Pharaonic Brass Scarab Bead (20x14mm)

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    Take a look at this brass scarab bead. Scarabs are considered sacred in ancient Egyptian culture. If you look carefully you will see this piece was...

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  • Brass Rectangular Tube Ethiopian Beads (4x2mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Brass Rectangular Tube Ethiopian Beads (4x2mm)

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    Admire this great strand of brass beads from Ethiopia fashioned in an unusual rectangular tube shape. This is a creative twist on the cylindrical t...

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  • Round Brass Artisanal Berber Bead (22mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Round Brass Artisanal Berber Bead (22mm)

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    This artisanal Moroccan bead was handcrafted by Berber artisans west of the Atlas mountains. Pay attention to the elegant pattern on the bead's out...

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  • Bicone Brass Filigree Bead (26x14mm) - The Bead Chest
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    Bicone Brass Filigree Bead (26x14mm)

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    Admire these exceptional brass beads made in a design that originates from the Ashanti people of Ghana, West Africa. The Ashanti are the largest t...

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  • Round Brass Crimp Beads (4mm, Set of 100) - The Bead Chest
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    Round Brass Crimp Beads (4mm, Set of 100)

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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.