Lot # 185 - Vintage Venetian Style "White Heart" and "Chevron" Glass Bead Necklace

Opening Bid : $ 5.00
Start Date/Time: 27-Oct-2025 7:00:00 AM
End Date/Time: 03-Nov-2025 10:04:00 PM
Current bid:

$9.00

Highest bidder:

Snoho5109

Auction has ended

Description :

This is an online auction listing for a vintage necklace featuring a beautiful mix of "White Heart" and "Chevron" glass beads, a style inspired by Venetian craftsmanship and trade history. The multi-layered design of the chevron beads and the contrasting colors of the white heart beads make for a visually striking piece.
Item Description
  • Beads: The necklace is composed of various types of glass beads, including the multi-layered "Chevron" beads and the "White Heart" beads, which are known for their colored exterior and opaque white core.
  • Design: The necklace features a variety of bead shapes and sizes, arranged in multiple strands, creating a bold and classic look.
  • History: Venetian glass beads, including chevron and white heart styles, were originally made in Venice, Italy, for centuries and were highly sought after for trade, especially in West Africa and the Americas. The chevron beads, also called "Rosetta" or "star beads," were invented in the late 15th century and are known for their intricate star patterns. The "White Heart" beads, also known as "Cornaline d'Aleppo," were popular trade beads in the 19th century and are named for their distinctive white glass core.
  • Condition: This necklace is in good, pre-owned vintage condition. There may be some variations in bead size and shape due to the handmade nature of the beads.
This item would be a great addition for collectors of unique and historic jewelry or for those who appreciate the artistry and cultural significance of trade beads.

Beaded Necklace: Double strand, approximately 20 inches in length.

Smaller Necklace: Single Strand, approximately 18 inches in length.


Auction History

Highest bidder is Snoho5109

Date Bid User
03-Nov-2025 6:13:49 PM $9.00 Snoho5109
03-Nov-2025 1:44:26 PM $6.00 KitKat27
28-Oct-2025 6:56:45 AM $5.00 EMartin

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