19 Painted Clay Beads Chevron Imitations Cameroon Africa Loose
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| Title | 19 Painted Clay Beads Chevron Imitations Cameroon Africa Loose |
|---|---|
| Type of Object | Clay |
| Made In | East Africa |
| Approximate Age | Unknown |
| Overall Condition | Fair to good. Some of our beads have traveled at least three continents, and have graced numerous owners. Small chips, corrosion, and pitting are a normal part of their patina attesting to their age and extensive use. |
| Damage/Repair | worn paint and chips; some pitting |
| Bead Size | 15 mm diameter. See picture with penny for size comparison (US penny is 19 mm diameter). |
| Strand Length | 14 inches of beads |
These clay beads have been painted as Venetian Chevrons.
For more information, please see our comprehensive guide to African-made beads, African Beads: Jewels of a Continent, hardcover, 216 pages, 163 color photographs, $69.95 from Africa Direct.
From African Beads: Jewels of a Continent:
Before imported glass beads became available in any quantity, jewelry was made from other materials such as wood, nuts and seeds, stone, iron and clay.