Dark Teal Swirl Recycled Glass Beads (11mm)

You will receive one 10" strand with approximately 27 beads.

Beads are round.

Dimensions: 11mm bead, 2mm stringing hole

Recycled glass beads are a type of indigenously produced African bead from Ghana West Africa. These beautiful dark teal color recycled beads are made using an old method that been used for centuries. The glass itself is derived from a variety of recycled sources including old beverage and medicine bottles.

The procedure for making the beads consists of a number of steps whereby powdered glass is poured into molds of clay and baked in a specialized oven.

These beads are produced in large part by the Krobo tribe and through a glass-friendly recycling environment.