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African trade bead necklace.
On the triangular trading routes from europe to west africa then onto the west indies to return with produce from the plantations.
From around 500 years ago the european traders in their sailing ships used beads as currency to purchase gold ivory and palm oil etc.
Amazing strand of old agate beads from africa.
Our unique business model enables us to support creative jewelry designers with quality beading supplies while supporting developing communities at the same time.
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Trade beads are beads that have been used as a form of currency for the exchange of goods and services especially in west africa.
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Rita s beads came from african traders and originate from countries such as nigeria ghana mali ethiopia and mauritania and the ivory coast.
Trade bead necklace with four lovely hexagonal millefiori style trade beads in the center and super cool.
The bead chest works with developing communities throughout africa to bring you some of the most beautiful handmade beading treasures in the world.
Whether you re looking to create bold beaded necklaces wooden jewelry or a uniquely crafted nigerian style bracelet you re certain to find the perfect piece for your design from our african trade bead collection.
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All items that we source direct are fair trade.
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African trade beads tribal and ethnic african trade beads were central to rita s collection and necklace design from the early days in the late 1970 s.
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The beads are hand cut probably in germany in the 19th century and then apparently traded to africa.