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Antique/Vintage Cut-Glass, Rokajl, and Iris Seed Beads

Antique/Vintage Cut-Glass, Rokajl, and Iris Seed Beads

These beads generally date back to the early 1900s — circa 1920-1930. They were commonly used in 'flapper' purses, as well as earlier Victorian purses. Unless otherwise noted, all of the beads listed here are from period-piece rescues. They have been thoroughly washed and rehanked, and are ready for your unique creation.
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Since they are rescues, it is unknown for certain whether these beads are French or Czech in origin. Generally, French bead holes run quite large, while Czech beads have rather small holes. Unless otherwise stated, our beads here are offered on standard 3-inch hanks that have 12 strands of beads, with each strand measuring 6 inches. In general, the smaller holes of these beads might require an English #15 needle.

Because they are quite rare, quantities are limited. Please Do Not Order More than the Amount Available. These antique beads are shipped in custom boxes made from recycled materials (save a tree today!), with Delivery Confirmation and purchase price insurance. Returns of non-damaged, non-altered hanks are accepted within 14 days for the purchase price only, minus a 10% administration charge. Refunds will be in the form of business checks (Practical Solutions). We do not refund postage.

— Cut-Glass Beads —

I can't say for certain if these beads are French or Czech in origin, but the history of their production is fascinating. A long tube of colored glass was pulled, pressed into its facet, and then cut to the desired bead size. These rough beads were then agitated in a sand/grit medium, which polished them to their final form. Very often, they came to the bead artist strung on long spools wound around a wooden core.

Topaz Aurora Borealis

Lovely Topaz-color beads with the hint of an aurora borealis luster. Standard 3-inch hank with 12, 6-inch strands of beads that measure approximately 16 beads to the inch (8/o). Eight (8) hanks available.

Deep Royal Blue

Transparent, Deep Royal Blue beads. Standard 3-inch hank with 12, 6-inch strands of beads that measure approximately 15 beads to the inch (8/o). Fifteen (15) hanks available.

— Vintage Czech Rokajl Glass Beads —

Jablonec, in the Czech Replublic, has produced some of the finest beads in the world. Especially high in quality were Rokajl beads. These beads, which are no longer produced, are uncirculated beads from old stock. Once they're gone, they're gone for good.

Rokajl Chalk White

Bright, matte white beads. Twelve (12) 12-inch strands (6-inch hank). Beads measure about 18 beads to the inch (10/o). Three (3) hanks available.

Rokajl Pale Green

Lovely pale green with some color variation, as is common in antique/vintage beads. Twelve (12) 12-inch strands (6-inch hank). Beads measure approximately 23 beads to the inch (11/o). Four (4) Hanks Available.

— Glass Antique/Vintage Iris Beads —

Purple Iris 9/o

Twelve (12) 6-inch strands (3-inch hank). Beads measure about 16 beads to the inch (9/o). Seven (7) hanks available.

Medium Bronze Iris

Incredibly beautiful beads; a rich, medium bronze. Twelve (12) 6-inch strands (3-inch hank). Beads measure approximately 18 beads to the inch (10/o). Three (3) hanks available.

Dark Green Iris

Very unusual color for antique iris beads. These measure about 16 beads to the inch (8/o), and are on 3-inch hanks; twelve (12) strands measuring 6-inches each. Five (5) hanks available.

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