A Set of 22 Rare Blue Antique Venetian Millefiori African Trade Beads VB_00217_V

This listing is for a set of 22 rare blue Venetian African trade old millefiori beads dating from the mid to late 1800s to early 1900s.  The beads are temporarily strung into 2 small strands 13 and 9 beads each.  Most of the beads are sometimes referred to as "blue fried egg",  two of the beads on a smaller strand are quite rare with pink decoration - see the last few photos for the detail. Size:  Length: 12mm - 24mm Diameter: 12mm - 13.5mm Hole Size: 2mm Weight: 93g (total)  Length of strand including raffia: 8.5 inches - 13 inches Number of beads: 9 beads and 13 beads This listing is for 22 beads in 2 small strands. Weights and sizes are approximate. These beads are in good to fair antique condition, they have traveled far and wide, and some wear such as nicks, scratches, and chips is expected. One of the blue beads on the smaller strand has a large cavity, likely a manufacturing flaw in the glass. Please examine the photos for detail. IMPORTANT NOTE. In the world of beads, and espec