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Vintage African Sandcast Beads (9mm) - The Bead Chest

Vintage African Sandcast Beads (9mm)

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Checkout this beautiful multicolored strand of African sandcast 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 Ghananians have been making beads in this manner since the 1600s. Each bead measures approximately 3-15 x 6-9mm, with a hole size of approximately 2mm. You will receive one strand measuring approximately 38". There are around 100 beads on each strand. While most of the beads are believed to be vintage, there are some newer beads interspersed. Each strand is unique and may slightly vary from the pictured beads. Grab this versatile artisan strand for yourself today!

Specifications

Bead Size 3-15 x 6-9mm
Hole Size 2mm
Strand Length 38"
Number of Beads 100 (approximation)
Found In Ghana
Material Glass
Color Multicolor
Shape Cylinder
SKU SND-CYL-MIX-508
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Sandbeads

Very nice and attractive beads.

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