Karaga Medley Round Krobo Beads 12mm

$3162 $4865

SKU: GA404-KRB

These 12mm Karaga Medley Krobo beads are handcrafted from recycled glass in the Krobo tradition, sold as one strand of mixed colors and patterns that give you a ready-made palette in a single purchase.

Specifications

  • Size: 12mm
  • Color: Karaga Medley Krobo - 1STR
  • Material: Recycled Glass
  • Quantity: 1 Strand

What to make with them

At 12mm, these beads have the presence to anchor a statement bracelet or stand on their own as a chunky single-strand piece; they also work well strung into boho-style necklaces where the natural variation between beads becomes part of the design.


Showroom Location

Glass Cases - Ask staff for product access

Description

Take a closer look at this lovely strand of Blue and Green Krobo Beads. Made by the people of Krobo Mountain in Ghana, West Africa. Many designs of Krobo beads are patterned to resemble old Venetian FANCY trade beads. Made from bottles and other glass items that are turned into powder, then poured into molds in order to create these round shaped beads. Decorations on the beads are made with a paste made of colored glass powder and water which is applied by hand using a thin wooden stalk. Each bead is unique and will measure about 10 x 12mm with a stringing hole of approximately 3mm. You will receive one strand of beads measuring roughly 31" containing about 57 Beads. Add a touch of artisan variety to your design kit today.

Additional Details

  • MaterialRecycled Glass
  • Size12mm