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Dark Blue Ashanti Saucer Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest

Dark Blue Ashanti Saucer Beads (10mm)

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Product Details

Checkout this beautiful strand of dark blue color Ashanti glass saucer beads. The process of making these beads is unique to Africa and has been used for over 1000 years. Pulverized glass of various colors is poured into a clay mold, using a cassava stem for the bead's hole. The mold is placed in a furnace and heated until the glass particles congeal without actually melting and the stem burns out. The Ghanaians have been making beads in this manner since the 1600s. Each bead measures approximately 3-4 x 10mm, with a hole size of approximately 2mm. You will receive one strand measuring approximately 24". There are around 130 beads on each strand. Shade of blue may vary slightly from photo. Get yours today!

Specifications

Strand Length 24 inches
Bead Size 3-4 x 10mm
Hole Size 2mm
Number of Beads 130 (approximation)
Found In Ghana
Material Glass
Color Blue
Shape Saucer
SKU SND-515