Vintage long strand of glass trade beads measuring approx. 76 inches.

This necklace features a mix of small striped seed beads and larger decorative glass beads with swirl and dot motifs. The palette is lively yet balanced—turquoise/aqua striped beads form the base, accented by green, pink, and larger focal beads in yellow, blue, and multicolor designs.

Bead details:

• Predominantly small drawn glass seed beads with striped pattern (likely mid-20th century or earlier style)
• Larger wound glass beads with applied decoration (swirl, dot, and millefiori-style elements)
• Mixed bead sizes create a rhythmic, layered look
• Hand-strung long continuous strand

About type & origin:
These are commonly referred to as trade beads—glass beads historically produced in Europe (notably Venice and Bohemia) and traded globally, especially throughout Africa from the 19th into early–mid 20th century.

• The striped seed beads resemble Venetian drawn beads
• The larger decorative beads show lampwork (wound glass) techniques with applied trails and dots
• Likely a composed strand assembled from older beads rather than a single-origin necklace

This kind of mix is typical of strands that evolved over time—used, restrung, and added to—giving it both authenticity and visual character.

Can be worn long, doubled, or used for design reference, collecting, or reuse in jewelry work.

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Measurements

Length: approx. 76 inches
Largest beads: approx. 10–12 mm
Seed beads: approx. 2–3 mm

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Condition (repeat block)

Pre-owned vintage condition with age-appropriate wear. Minor surface wear and irregularities present. No major damage observed. Please review photos.

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