الأحد، 22 سبتمبر 2013

Why Are These Antique Glass Beads Priceless

By Mia Kent


Glass has been a primary component in making antique glass beads and are known to have existed many years ago. Before, these were sold at a significant value. These can be seen in many countries and continents as well. Every continent may has their own unique bead such as Asia, America, Africa and other continents.

Before, these were solely used as a means of payment for trading. These were even essential to share some information such as the age of a person. These can even indicate the status of a person in terms of wealth. These were mainly seen in the African culture especially in the western part of the continent.

Plenty of such wonderful beads were put inside big containers by various merchants especially if they are leaving their homeland. These were only off loaded if they decide to exchange these with slaves. Its spiritual significance has also attracted many tribes. The Egyptian Kings also wore these to indicate the power and wealth they possess even if they will be buried already.

There are some kinds of this bead that are readily available in the market nowadays. Venetian fancy, chevron, feather drops and the watermelon are among its kinds that are known for many people. Chevron was the most important one in trading because it is believed to possess an extremely high or significant value.

The watermelon type looks thinner and is somehow similar to Chevron. It received its name because of its shape that resembles a fruit. Furthermore, Venetian was also used for trade as a currency. However, the feather drops were made as a currency in Africa. It was formed by passing colored glass on top of a bead.

Even in the present era, these are still transported to numerous countries in the East and in Europe. These are generally sold at great values in those places where it was found. When these items are brought to random places, these are converted primarily as money for purchasing some products.

In the past, these were used as currencies for some countries. Nowadays, these items are used for aesthetic and artistic purposes. These are used for making jewelries like necklaces, earrings, bangles and bracelets. These are even seen in pendants. These products are hard to find that will contribute to the increase of its value and price.

These are usually grouped according to the kind of material that is included in it. There are several sorts of these beads such as the molded group, drawn ones and the wounded group. The wound type was made by using an old method of winding. The drawn ones are created as a result of the bubbles that occur whenever a material is pulled. The molded group are referred to as pressed beads since there are hollows in it that occurs whenever a molten glass is placed in the middle.

Antique glass beads are indeed classic, delicate, beautiful and really rare. These are typically sold in great values and is still increasing today. These can be made into wonderful ornaments since it has an appearance that is appealing and attractive.




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