Antique Deep Red Bohemian Glass Pigeon Egg Beads from Ethiopia - Rita Okrent Collection (AT1939b)
A 25 inch strand of 38 well-matched antique pigeon egg beads from the African trade, in deep red hues. Why We Love It Wonderful darker red color palette with some translucent beads included. A perfect size bead for many designs. Provenance: Manufactured in Bohemia (Czech Republic), traded into Ethiopia and other parts of Africa. Age: 1920s–1930s Dimensions: Strand measures 24 inches / 61 cm. Beads measure 13-14mm / 1/2-9/16 in diameter, 15-16mm / 5/8 in hole to hole. Condition: Good condition overall, with some surface wear and age markings visible on some beads, consistent with age and handling. African Item 1939