Black White Very Antique 27 Trade Beads Italian RARE Start Price USD 49.99 Current Price USD 49.99 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Tuesday, September 02, 2008 End Time Tuesday, September 09, 2008 Location Palm Desert, CA See more about 'Black White Very Antique 27 Trade Beads Italian RARE ' Description Black White Very OLD Antique 27 Trade Beads Italian RARE.  27 beads and the strand is strung on straw.  8" around is the strand.  Some of these beads (due to their age) are as is.  I am guessing made in Italy Venice.  Definitely made for trade with Africa.  The beads are approximately 3/8 by 3/8".   I would guess 1700's to 1850's.   We have a lot of really nice jewelry up for sale this week in separate auctions.  It was all from my Grandmother's antique store and it has been checked by my brother who is GIA (Gemological Institute of America) certified.  If you have any questions, please ask.  We are very proud of our listings and want to make sure you are very proud of your purchase.Save on shipping with multiple purchases.  Usually the first base s/h/i for the first item and an additional $2 to $3 for each extra auction--depending upon size and destination. International buyers please email for a shipping quote. Good luck bidding! We owned Cheryl Leaf Antiques & Gifts in Bellingham, WA. Our Grandmother was Cheryl Leaf and she owned and operated her store for 51 years and was highly respected in the antiques and collectibles business. She was a charter member of the National Association of Dealers in Antiques and wrote many articles for their journal. California residents to pay 7.75% sales tax.  Please email with any questions.  Place a Bid!