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Rare Jumbo Antique Russian Blue Tube Beads #16561

Original price $549.00 - Original price $549.00
Original price $549.00
$549.00
$549.00 - $549.00
Current price $549.00
Approx. 19 beads |
3mm Hole |
29 inches Strand Length
Among the most celebrated of faceted beads, Russian Blues derive their romantic name from their involvement in the Russian fur trade of the Pacific Northwest where they first appeared in the America’s during the early 1800’s. Inspired by faceted gemstone beads, the art of faceting glass was mastered by the artisans of Bohemia. There, as nowhere else in the Europe, the plentiful supply of running water supplied the energy necessary to operate the grinding wheels used to cut glass. These beads, designed for export were subsequently distributed to traders and found their way to both Africa and the Americas. Authentic Russian Blue beads such as these were produced in a number of shapes and shades, some more rare than others. Look carefully and you can see the unique quality of these hand-faceted beads apparent in the slight irregularity of the individual facets. The beads on this strand are exceptionally large and measure approximately 36 x 12mm in diameter with 19 beads on the strand. Note that at least one bead appears to have been repaired. This is an old piece and it's not uncommon for there to be chips and imperfections, especially at the ends of the individual beads. Large beads such as these are rare and hard to find. This is a unique one-of a-kind piece so you will receive the exact strand pictured. Don’t miss your chance to own this special piece of history today!

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Among the most celebrated of faceted beads, Russian Blues derive their romantic name from their involvement in the Russian fur trade of the Pacific Northwest where they first appeared in the America’s during the early 1800’s. Inspired by faceted gemstone beads, the art of faceting glass was mastered by the artisans of Bohemia. There, as nowhere else in the Europe, the plentiful supply of running water supplied the energy necessary to operate the grinding wheels used to cut glass. These beads, designed for export were subsequently distributed to traders and found their way to both Africa and the Americas. Authentic Russian Blue beads such as these were produced in a number of shapes and shades, some more rare than others. Look carefully and you can see the unique quality of these hand-faceted beads apparent in the slight irregularity of the individual facets. The beads on this strand are exceptionally large and measure approximately 36 x 12mm in diameter with 19 beads on the strand. Note that at least one bead appears to have been repaired. This is an old piece and it's not uncommon for there to be chips and imperfections, especially at the ends of the individual beads. Large beads such as these are rare and hard to find. This is a unique one-of a-kind piece so you will receive the exact strand pictured. Don’t miss your chance to own this special piece of history today!

Specifications

Strand Length 29 inches
Bead Size 36 x 12mm
Hole Size 3mm
Number of Beads 19 (approximation)
Found In Nigeria
Material Glass
Color Blue
Shape Faceted
SKU UNQ-PTB-16561