{"product_id":"handmade-ghana-glass-beads-african-trade-recycled-glass-beads","title":"Handmade Ghana Glass Beads - African Trade Recycled Glass Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eA beautiful matching strand of new African beads, made from recycled glass fused seed beads by the people of Kroboland (Ghana, West Africa). These beads are tumble rounded and polished, resulting in a smooth surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStrand Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 23\" (59 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBead Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 12 mm in diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads are 100% handmade, each unique in its own way.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eYOUR STRAND WILL BE IDENTICAL TO THE STRAND SHOWN IN THE PHOTOGRAPH (GIVEN NORMAL VARIATION SINCE THESE BEADS ARE ALL COMPLETELY HANDMADE).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese exquisite beads are created by artisans in the Krobo region of Ghana using small-sized glass beads that are fused together to form larger beads. The technique involves the following steps:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollection and Preparation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small glass beads are collected and cleaned. These beads are then placed into clay molds that determine the shape and size of the final beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFiring:\u003c\/strong\u003e The molds with the glass beads are placed in a kiln and fired at high temperatures. This fuses the small beads together into a larger bead without melting them into a homogeneous mass, resulting in unique patterns and textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinishing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once cooled, the beads are removed from the molds and often polished to smooth out any rough edges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrobo beads are notable for their vibrant colors and intricate patterns, holding significant cultural importance in Ghanaian society. They are often used in ceremonies and serve as symbols of status and identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore more of TribalGH's collection of New African Krobo Glass Beads currently available for sale. Visit our Archives of Other African Made Beads to see our past collections. Watch a video on how Krobo beads are produced.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tribalgh","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67809749696826,"sku":"ovo1793097051703","price":7.56,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1006\/4330\/7834\/files\/handmade-ghana-glass-beads---african-trade-recycled-glass-beads_1.jpg?v=1793097063","url":"https:\/\/gagefelinefood.shop\/products\/handmade-ghana-glass-beads-african-trade-recycled-glass-beads","provider":"My Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}