{"title":"Vintage Trade Beads","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"old-cameroon","title":"Old Cameroon","description":"\u003cp\u003eDating from late 1800’s to early 1900’s, these primitive yet timeless beads have the grace and beauty of beads indigenous to Central Africa. In this region of Africa, gold was plentiful for royal households, but for commoners, bronze was used to make beads that mimicked their expensive counterparts. With very generous holes, they will easily fit through many cords and multiple strands of thread. We recommend stringing on something substantial, like \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/collections\/irish-waxed-linen\"\u003elinen\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/collections\/leather\"\u003eleather.\u003c\/a\u003e It's the perfect bead for your next \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/pages\/across-cultures\"\u003eAcross Cultures Bracelet\u003c\/a\u003e. Hole size varies from 2-3mm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold in packages of 5 beads. No two beads are alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1141380772,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-old-cameroon","price":15.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/old-cameroon.jpg?v=1646176555"},{"product_id":"bodom-beads","title":"Venetian Trade","description":"\u003cp\u003eWe call them \"Venetian Glass\", but in the 1500's, bead making was moved out of Venice to the island of Murano. Whether it was because the hot furnaces could cause fires or the Venetians wanted to keep glassmaking techniques and the artisans themselves a secret... or even both, we can't be sure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced between 1800 and early 1900's, these antique \"Venetian\" beads were found in West Africa. Created for West African trade, they were often found near burial sites. Please embrace their age...they are from a very long time ago. Each bead varies and there will be imperfections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSee how we have used them in a classic project, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/pages\/across-cultures\"\u003eAcross Cultures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold in package of 3 beads. No two beads are alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1141392872,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-venetian-trade","price":15.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/venetian-trade.jpg?v=1646176349"},{"product_id":"circle-of-bronze","title":"Circles of Bronze","description":"\u003cp\u003eLumpy and bumpy and made by hand, these Nigerian Donuts are textured and very authentic; they even have the patina that only comes with age. Their earthiness brings out the best in whatever project you add them to. One way of using them is to start and end your beadwork with one of these rings at each end and simply string a length of leather cord through both rings and tie closed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSold in package of 10 rings. Each ring is different. Expect variations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1141396068,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-circle-of-bronze","price":7.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/circles-of-bronze.jpg?v=1646175947"},{"product_id":"tribal-and-trade-small-dents","title":"Small Dents","description":"\u003cp\u003eDating from early 1900 and originating in Ethiopia, these beads were made from whatever was available at the time... they are the ultimate handmade bead. Smaller than Dents, which we no longer carry, these aluminum beads consist of small barrels, cubes and rounded pony beads. The average size is about 6-8mm. The holes are very generous and can easily fit leather or heavier cords with multiple passes. Your package may vary from what is pictured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold in packages of 10 beads. No two beads are alike. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1141397372,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-small-dents","price":5.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/small-dents.jpg?v=1646787067"},{"product_id":"russian-blue","title":"Russian Blue","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMade in Bohemia in the mid to late 1800's, these gorgeous cornflower blue beads were made by bead makers in the style of Russian Blue Glass. With multiple sides, their odd-shaped surfaces catch the light. They won us over with their charm and rare blue color, including their scuff marks. As they are antiques, expect pitting, stains and variations in size. Hole size is generous and will easily fit 2mm leather. Beads average 3.5-5mm in size. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eSold in package of approximately 25-30 beads, measuring approximately 5 inches when strung. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1141409224,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-russian-blue","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/russian-blue.jpg?v=1646176400"},{"product_id":"medicine-man","title":"Medicine Man","description":"\u003cp\u003eReferred to as “medicine man beads” in Ethiopia, these handmade Venetian beads are from late 1800's. There is nothing “perfect” about them after two hundred years of history except their positive energy is still palpable. Beautiful in their simplicity and coloring, they were coveted for their beneficial, medicinal attributes. At one time, they were probably worn by the tribal healer and hence the nickname. They look great in an \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/pages\/across-cultures\"\u003eAcross Cultures\u003c\/a\u003e design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold in bags of 3 beads. No two beads are alike.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1141419196,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-medicine-man","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/medicine-man.jpg?v=1646176360"},{"product_id":"red-talisman","title":"Red Talisman","description":"\u003cp\u003eDating from 1800-1900, these gorgeous, cranberry-red trade beads were extremely popular because of their white dots and white glass centers. Throughout history, dots have been categorized as “eye” beads; they have special powers to protect (especially infants) and keep away evil spirits. This particular bead is also highly collectible because they are rare cranberry glass layered on a white cane. This latest batch is even more beautiful than pictured. Each bead is unique. We love, love, love them in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/pages\/across-cultures\"\u003eAcross Cultures\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold 3 beads to a package.\u003c\/strong\u003e Please embrace their individuality as each bead is unique. No two are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1141420348,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-red-talisman","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/red-talisman.jpg?v=1646176379"},{"product_id":"ancient-clay","title":"Ancient Clay","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eThis bead is a global classic! Originally the inspiration for our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/pages\/gypsy-bracelet\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eGypsy Bracelet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e, it has been difficult to source until recently. We’re thrilled it’s back. Measuring in size from 2-10mm in length, these little terracotta beads look like tiny coils. Handmade in Mali, they have been baked in the sun, but not glazed. It is hard to difficult these Clay beads as they are still finding them at Dig Sites that are hundreds, if not, thousands of years old. With their natural vibe, they are great for designs that blend tribal and trade. Expect a wide variety of sizes and shapes. Hole sizes also vary but will fit \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/collections\/irish-waxed-linen\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e4 Ply Waxed Linen\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e or \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/collections\/c-lon?_=pf\u0026amp;pf_t_size=Regular%20C-Lon\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003eRegular C-Lon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-weight: 400;\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold on 24\"  temporary cotton strands or in a package. It's hard to guess how many beads because they are long and short.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Picard","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21573409800240,"sku":"tribal-and-trade-padres-ancient-clay","price":9.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0273\/4555\/products\/ancient-clay.jpg?v=1542388248"}],"url":"https:\/\/www.beadshop.com\/collections\/vintage-tribal-trade.oembed","provider":"Beadshop.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}