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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)

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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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    Ethiopian Brass Bicone Beads (8x7mm)

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    Here is a beautiful strand of Ethiopian Brass Bicone from Africa. Each bead is handmade individually. The strand is a long 30", with beads measur...

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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)

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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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    Folded Brass Tube Ethiopian Beads (4x3mm)

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    Beautiful strand of small folded brass tube beads from Ethiopia! The long strand is 28" in length, and individual beads measure approximately 4mm i...

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    Inlaid Nepali Cylindrical Brass Beads (10mm, Set of 4)

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    This Nepali beads are made by designing a brass core, and then inlaying it with turquoise and coral stone. Each bead measures approximately 11 x 11...

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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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    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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    Gold Flat Disk Heishi Beads (6mm)

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    Brighten up your designs with these great Gold Disk Heishi Beads. The flat shape of these beads makes them highly versatile and they may be used as...

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    Diamond Cut Faceted Antiqued Brass Beads (3mm)

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    Beautiful strand of faceted antiqued brass color beads. These beads have been fashioned to resemble a diamond cut. They will add a glamorous touch ...

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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 Rounded Rectangle Beads (3x2mm)

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    Beautiful strand of high quality, ethnic brass beads measuring 26" in length. Individual beads measure approximately 2.8mm wide by 2.3mm in diamete...

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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 Heishi Ethiopian Beads (2.5-3mm)

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    Beautiful strand of Brass Heishi beads from Ethiopia!. Beads are about 2.5-3mm diameter. The strand is approximately 28 inches long with hole size...

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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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    Smooth Brass Bicone Beads (8x7mm)

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    These brass bicone beads are a great addition to any beader's arsenal. Measuring approximately 8 x 7mm with a hole size of 2mm, these beads are ver...

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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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    Short Brass Ethiopian Tube Beads (2x3mm)

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    Beautiful strand of brass tube beads from Ethiopia!. Beads are 2mm long with a diameter of approximately 3.5mm and hole size of about 3mm. The st...

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    Smooth Gold Rondelle Beads (5mm)

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    These striking gold colored beads are made from solid brass. These artisan beads are top notch and are perfect for all of your jewelry and craft pr...

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    Tiny Diamond Cut Faceted Antiqued Brass Beads (2mm)

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

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    Brass Faceted Rectangle Beads (8x3mm)

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    Beautiful strand of high quality, ethnic metal beads measuring 24" in length. Individual beads measure 3 x 8mm in size, with holes measuring approx...

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    Gold Round Sphere Beads (6mm)

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    Admire this great strand of artisan gold colored metal beads that have been fashioned into a round shape. Each strand measures in at approximately ...

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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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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.