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Looking to add a pop of passion and vibrance to your newest jewelry creations? Well look no further! Here at The Bead Chest we offer a wide array of the many hues and tones of beads all in the fiery color of red. From rogue to crimson, cherry to scarlet, mahogany to blood red and ruby to candy red we have the red beads to keep your designs bright and colorful.
In many Western cultures red symbolizes energy, passion, excitement, danger and love. In many East Asian cultures red is a very meaningful color. Many ancient palaces and shrines in China and Japan are painted in red tones. Red symbolizes good luck, prosperity, joy, warmth, celebration, energy, a long life and happiness. Often brides will wear red on their wedding days. Red envelopes containing gifts, trinkets and money are given out during holidays like Chinese New Year and other special occasions.
In India red is associated with sensuality, sultriness, spirituality and purity. In West Africa in countries like Nigeria and Ghana red represents vigor and vitality. In Egypt red considered a good luck charm and in Iran red often symbolizes good fortune, courage and strength.
The Bead Chest offers an amazing variety when it comes to red beads. In all shapes, cuts, and sizes. We have everything in red from wooden beads to recycled glass beads, from Nepali style beads to vintage Czech glass, from moroccan style to antique Afghani glass, from vinyl to paper, from Uganda to the island of Java and from the Krobo tribe and Kenya your red bead options are endless.
So what are you waiting for? Go ahead and browse our selection and find that perfect red bead to add that spark of passion and vigor to your unique jewelry designs!
These glass beads are made to resemble the color and look of natural sea coral. Coral beads have are highly sought after by the Yoruba people of Ni...
View full detailsThese glass beads are made to resemble the color and look of natural sea coral. Coral beads have are highly sought after by the Yoruba people of Ni...
View full detailsThese glass beads are made to resemble the color and look of natural sea coral. Coral beads have are highly sought after by the Yoruba people of Ni...
View full detailsThese glass beads are made to resemble the color and look of natural sea coral. Coral beads have are highly sought after by the Yoruba people of Ni...
View full detailsThese glass beads are made to resemble the color and look of natural sea coral. Coral beads have are highly sought after by the Yoruba people of Ni...
View full detailsThese glass beads are made to resemble the color and look of natural sea coral. Coral beads have are highly sought after by the Yoruba people of Ni...
View full detailsThese glass beads are made to resemble the color and look of natural sea coral. Coral beads have are highly sought after by the Yoruba people of Ni...
View full detailsThe rust red tones of these natural Jasper stone beads are rich and distinctive. Older Jasper beads such as these likely traveled across the trade ...
View full detailsThe rust red tones of these natural Jasper stone beads are rich and distinctive. Older Jasper beads such as these likely traveled across the trade ...
View full detailsThe rust red tones of these natural Jasper stone beads are rich and distinctive. Older Jasper beads such as these likely traveled across the trade ...
View full detailsThese old beads from West Africa are originally of Venetian provenance and were transported by merchants and explorers for trade in Africa during t...
View full detailsThese old beads from West Africa are originally of Venetian provenance and were transported by merchants and explorers for trade in Africa during t...
View full detailsFew beads capture the mystique and storied past of the trading era as does the celebrated Venetian White Heart. Also known as Cornaline D’Aleppo du...
View full detailsThese beautiful rice-shaped beads are from the mountains of Afghanistan. They are made from reconstituted stone meant to resemble aged traditional ...
View full detailsBeautiful strand of larger size blush red recycled paper beads. These beads are made using recycled paper by working mothers in Uganda. Each bead i...
View full detailsEvery year or two we come across a piece so special that we have a hard time listing it for sale -- this is it! We are told that this beautiful nec...
View full detailsTake a look at this beautiful highly prized strand of Tic-tac-toe beads. These brick-red beads are Venetian-made and known for their unique and fun...
View full detailsThese old white heart beads have a unique and time-worn feel. Look carefully and you will see that each strand has multiple shades of reds adding t...
View full detailsGive your jewelry kit a bold update with these Garnet Stone Beads! Each bead is a bundle of intricately woven small garnet beads fashioned into a r...
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