After beadmakers emigrated from Venice to Amsterdam in the 1590s, chevrons were added to the beads produced in Holland. Due to heavy competition, mainly from Venice and Bohemia, the Dutch industry had faded by the end of the 17th century.
The photos speak for themselves. Translucent green cores, then white, brick red, white with red and blue stripes, and an outer layer of clear. Beautiful condition, with no chips, flakes, or cracks. Wonderful patina. As good as any you'll find on the planet. (Personal opinion.)
They all measure about 3/8" in length and 11/16" in diameter.
I'm selling my entire collection of glass, stone, shell, bone, leather, fiber, and metal artifacts, accumulated over 50 years, because I turn 90 in January and realize I can't take it with me. Along the way, I've picked up facts and lore which I'm happy to pass on to people who share my love of these historically important objects.
I'm selling my entire collection of glass, stone, shell, bone, leather, fiber, and metal artifacts because I turn 90 in January and finally realize I can't take it with me. Along the way, I've picked up a lot of information and lore which I'm happy to pass on to people who share my love of these historically important objects.
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