A long strand of Venetian African Trade "American Flag" Chevron Rosetta Beads VB_0269

A long strand of Venetian African Trade "American Flag" Chevron Rosetta Beads. Beads graduate from approximately 7x7mm to 12x14mm, 2mm hole. The strand is 38 inches long without stringing, with approximately 113 beads. Weighing 182 grams per strand. These beads are in very good antique condition, but they have traveled far and wide, and some wear such as nicks, scratches, and chips is expected. Please examine the photos for details. Weights and sizes are approximate. Chevron, or Rosetta, drawn beads are perhaps the most treasured beads among Venetian African Trade beads.  The oldest 7-layer chevrons date back to the 15th and 16th centuries, and the latest are still being made by artisans.    IMPORTANT NOTE. In the world of beads, and especially ancient and antique beads, errors in identification are common. We do our best to research and classify our beads accurately, however, mistakes are certainly possible. If you are a bead expert and notice any errors in the description, we invite