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	Antique Trade - Chevrons

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	Antique Trade Beads - Blue and Brown Chevrons - "Awale" Beads Old antique trade beads that are primarily light blue with light brown and/or navy stripes and date to the early 19th century. They average about 1/4 - 1/2 inch wide, but are sometimes a little smaller. A great bead that really gives an old-time look to your projects. And why are these called "awale" beads? We have no idea. That is what the African traders call them today. Sold by the strand. The "8mm" size varies from 7-9mm and has about 100 beads on a strand. View a close-up
0891-002-080	8mm	$35.00 strand Qty (1+)

	Antique Trade - Eyes

Antique Trade Beads - Eye Beads - Black
These beads are called many different names including "eye," "skunk," and "crow medicine" beads. They are often seen in old necklaces and other items. A great black bead with white "eyes." Bead sizes vary but average about 10-12mm. Sold per bead or in 20-inch strands of about 60 beads.

0892-001-000

One-Size

$150.00 strand
Qty (1+)

0892-001-010

One-Size

$5.00 ea
Qty (1-9)

$4.00 ea
Qty (10+)

Antique Trade Beads - Eye Beads - Red
While not as commonly seen as the black eye beads, these were also used on early Native American items. The color can vary between a light cranberry and a brighter red color. Bead sizes vary but average about 10-12mm. Sold per bead.

0892-081-010

One-Size

$5.00 ea
Qty (1-9)

$4.00 ea
Qty (10+)

Antique Trade - Melons

Antique Trade Beads - Melons - Dark & Light Green Stripes
Antique melon trade beads in dark and light green stripes. Beads are approximately 13 x 6 mm. Holes are approximately 3 mm. Sold by the 20-inch strand (approx. 40 beads).
View a close-up 0893-004-218 One-Size $28.00 strand
Qty (1+)

Antique Trade - Padre

Padres were probably some of the most common trade beads that were available in North America. They are basically the same as what are now called "crow beads" and can really add a great touch to "old-time" craft projects. These are somewhat irregular and just have a great aged look. Well, they should… they're the real thing! Sold in strands of about 85-100 beads. Beads are about 6-8mm. Note that there are a number of padre variations. These are the beads currently coming out of Africa. Some of the real old padres are more round.

Antique Trade Beads - Padre - White
Great old-time white beads. Slightly off-white in color. Sold in strands of about 100 beads. Beads are about 6-8mm. 0895-026-009 One-Size $22.00 strand
Qty (1+)

Antique Trade Beads - Padre - Corn Yellow
These yellow padre beads are fairly rare. They are much harder to find than the blue and white padres. Sold in strands of about 100 beads. Beads are about 6-8mm. 0895-146-009 One-Size $22.00 strand
Qty (1+)

Antique Trade Beads - Padre - Turquoise Blue
Turqoise blue padres are the most common color. Sold in strands of about 100 beads. Beads are about 6-8mm. 0895-242-209 One-Size $22.00 strand
Qty (1+)

Antique Trade - White Hearts

Antique Trade Beads - Deep Red White Hearts
Great old white hearts in the much sought after deep red color. These beads average about 8mm in diameter. Strands are about 20 inches long and contain approximately 90 beads. A great size that is about the size of a crow bead.
View a close-up 0898-082-008 8mm $22.00 strand
Qty (1+)

Vintage Trade Beads - Orange White Hearts
Great old white hearts in a medium orange color. These beads average about 5mm in diameter. Strands are about 20 inches long and contain approximately 150 beads.
View a close-up 0898-116-005 5mm $8.00 strand
Qty (1+) You may combine items for quantity discounts.

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