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Ghana Beads

Ghana is home to the largest bead markets in Africa. Below are African beads imported from Ghana. Trade beads have a long history in the West African country of Ghana. In fact, Ghana beads were once a form of national currency and were used to purchase many different kinds of goods including alcohol, slaves, and even textiles. The production of beads in Ghana was first documented over 200 years ago however evidence of bead production extends over two thousand years. Due to their use in trade, beads in Ghana may have a wide variety of origins that trace ancient and modern trade routes including Europe, the Middle East, and Asia. Modern Ghana overlaps with the terrain of the ancient Ghana Empire.

A number of bead varieties are locally produced in Ghana. These include recycled glass beads that are made from empty glass bottles, seashell beads, as well as Krobo beads. The manufacturing of recycled beads is one way that the people of Ghana use traditional inspiration to bring new uses to old materials. The process involves breaking used bottles in pieces that are then melted and shaped using clay molds designed with the desired shape in mind. Beads may be washed in sand and then painted with designs.

Similarly, Ghana is one of the most important countries for the manufacture of Krobo beads. This name Krobo, is derived from the fact that a great deal of the powdered glass beads in Ghana are produced Krobo artisans. However craftsmen from the Ashanti ethnic group are also heavily involved in this production. Beads continue to play a role in traditional Krobo culture where they are used for many different ceremonies such as birth, marriage, death, and coming of age rituals such as Dipo where girls where a large number of beads and perform special dances. African beads are also used as a symbol of status and are worn by community leaders and chiefs.

In recent years, there has been a revival in the use of trade beads in Ghana so much so that young people are wearing them as an expression of pride in African tradition. Interestingly, the different colors that are used in the design of beads have different symbolism such as blue that represents purity, white that represents fertility, and gold that represents wealth.

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Pastel Green Recycled Glass Beads (9mm)

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Caramel Recycled Glass Beads (11mm)

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Recycled glass beads are a type of indigenously produced African bead from Ghana West Africa. These beautiful brown color recycled beads are made u...

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Woven Flat Bicone Ghana Brass Filigree Beads (29x18mm)

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Take a look at these flat-shaped Ghana Brass Trade Beads from Africa. Each bead is made individually through the "Lost Wax process" technique. This...

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Light Blue Green Swirl Recycled Glass Beads (9mm)

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Antique Venetian Millefiori African Trade Beads (Extra Long Strand) #16484

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Tic-Tac-Toe Venetian Trade Beads #13424

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Apricot Rondelle Recycled Glass Beads

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Take a look at these beautiful rondelle shaped recycled glass beads. Powder glass beads are made by crushing glass to a fine powder and heating it ...

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Blue & Yellow Matching Antique Oval Venetian Millefiori Beads #16612

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Blue & Yellow Matching Antique Oval Venetian Millefiori Beads #16611

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Christmas Beads (Turquoise Medley)

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Christmas beads comprise of a special blend of choice beads created in former Czechoslovakia for use in Africa. Also known as "African love beads,"...

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Green Antique Venetian Feather Trade Beads #16614

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Antique Fancy Venetian African Trade Beads #16609

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Transport yourself back in time with these exquisite Antique Fancy Venetian African Trade Beads from Ghana, a true collector's gem. The intricate g...

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Semi-Matching Antique Venetian Millefiori African Trade Beads #16602

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Matching Antique Venetian Millefiori African Trade Beads #16469

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Yellow & White Matching Antique Oval Venetian Millefiori Beads #16629

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Green Striped Matching Antique Oval Venetian Millefiori Beads

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Brown & Yellow Matching Antique Oval Venetian Millefiori Beads

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Black Antique Venetian King Beads (Large)

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One of the most iconic beads of West Africa, King Beads likely derive their stately name through their association with the wealth and status of Tr...

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9 Strand Bundle: Rondelle Recycled Glass Beads

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This vibrant nine strand bundle of recycled glass beads is handcrafted by artisans in Ghana and brings together a rich spectrum of colors including...

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Premium Brown Medley Krobo Beads

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Yellow Rainbow Speckled Recycled Glass Beads (14mm)

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These beautiful recycled glass beads are handmade by artisans in the West African country of Ghana. Each bead is individually handcrafted through a...

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Green Tone Matching Oval Antique Venetian African Millefiori Trade Beads

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Matching Chevron-Style Antique Venetian Millefiori Trade Beads

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Antique Venetian King Beads (Long Strand) #429

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