Beth B.
Murano Trade Bead Necklace with Silver-Tone Spacers and Amber Beads
Murano Trade Bead Necklace with Silver-Tone Spacers and Amber Beads
Showroom
3556 Main Street
Suite 2E
Manchester VT 05254
United States
DESCRIPTION
Crafted with vibrant Murano glass trade beads, this necklace features a striking arrangement accented by silver-tone ball spacers and chunky amber beads. The combination of luminous glass, warm amber tones, and metallic elements creates a rich interplay of color, texture, and dimension.
Venetian trade beads are highly ornate glass beads manufactured in Venice and on the island of Murano, Italy, from the 14th century onward. They were widely used by European explorers and traders as currency and items of barter, particularly in Africa and North America. Ranging from intricate millefiori to chevron styles, these beads became symbols of wealth, status, and cultural identity. This piece reflects that legacy, offering a unique necklace that blends history, craftsmanship, and global significance.
Brand/Maker: Murano Glass
Era: Mid 20th C.
Style: Beaded
Material(s): Glass/Amber/Silver Tone Metal
Markings/Stamps: None
Closure: None
Color(s): Orange/Yellow/Navy
Measurements:
- Length (end to end): 28"
- Width (at widest part):
- Drop (back of neck to longest part):
- Weight: 280g
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: Minor wear commensurate with age
Sku: BB42
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DESCRIPTION
Crafted with vibrant Murano glass trade beads, this necklace features a striking arrangement accented by silver-tone ball spacers and chunky amber beads. The combination of luminous glass, warm amber tones, and metallic elements creates a rich interplay of color, texture, and dimension.
Venetian trade beads are highly ornate glass beads manufactured in Venice and on the island of Murano, Italy, from the 14th century onward. They were widely used by European explorers and traders as currency and items of barter, particularly in Africa and North America. Ranging from intricate millefiori to chevron styles, these beads became symbols of wealth, status, and cultural identity. This piece reflects that legacy, offering a unique necklace that blends history, craftsmanship, and global significance.
Brand/Maker: Murano Glass
Era: Mid 20th C.
Style: Beaded
Material(s): Glass/Amber/Silver Tone Metal
Markings/Stamps: None
Closure: None
Color(s): Orange/Yellow/Navy
Measurements:
- Length (end to end): 28"
- Width (at widest part):
- Drop (back of neck to longest part):
- Weight: 280g
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: Minor wear commensurate with age
Sku: BB42
DESCRIPTION
Crafted with vibrant Murano glass trade beads, this necklace features a striking arrangement accented by silver-tone ball spacers and chunky amber beads. The combination of luminous glass, warm amber tones, and metallic elements creates a rich interplay of color, texture, and dimension.
Venetian trade beads are highly ornate glass beads manufactured in Venice and on the island of Murano, Italy, from the 14th century onward. They were widely used by European explorers and traders as currency and items of barter, particularly in Africa and North America. Ranging from intricate millefiori to chevron styles, these beads became symbols of wealth, status, and cultural identity. This piece reflects that legacy, offering a unique necklace that blends history, craftsmanship, and global significance.
Brand/Maker: Murano Glass
Era: Mid 20th C.
Style: Beaded
Material(s): Glass/Amber/Silver Tone Metal
Markings/Stamps: None
Closure: None
Color(s): Orange/Yellow/Navy
Measurements:
- Length (end to end): 28"
- Width (at widest part):
- Drop (back of neck to longest part):
- Weight: 280g
Condition: Very Good
Call Outs: Minor wear commensurate with age
Sku: BB42