Antique Czech Molded Pink Glass Lion Claw Tabular Wedding Bead, African Trade

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Antique Czech Molded Pink Glass Lion Claw Tabular Wedding Bead, African Trade:
$5.00

Vintage / Antique molded glass bead made in Bohemia better known as the Czech Republic specifically for being traded into Africa in the 1920s-1950\'s. Some people consider these beads antique and some collectors consider these vintage as specimens can be anywhere from 93 to 63 years old. Among the Fulani women of Mali these trade beads were used during weddings being presented to the bride, hence the name evolved wedding beads.This Lion Clawbead measures32.50mm long by 19.50mm wide & 4.45mm thick. TheseBohemianbeads are worn everyday by some African women and traditionally on their wedding day. This glass beadis ingreat overall condition with slight wear. Perfect for jewelry making or adding to your African trade bead collection.I love to combine shipping on multiple orders to help you save money so please check out my store where I havethousands of items to browse through. For buyers of multiple items please email me when you are done shopping for your custom made invoice with combined shipping & insurance fees.