African Beaded Jewelry
(1,039 items)Discover NOVICA's African Beaded Jewelry Collection. Dating back over 75,000 years, snail shells, used as beads, have been found in Africa. At one time referred to as trade beads because of their use as currency, beads have always had a cultural significance beyond self-adornment in Africa. Today's African jewelry makers use a wide variety of bead materials in their necklaces, bracelets and earrings such as recycled glass, wood and other sustainable materials.
Featured Reviews on African Beaded Jewelry
Braided bead necklace, 'Sosongo in Blue'
By Gretchen
What a knock out!
The colors are beautiful together. The necklace holds its shape well when you wear it. It is unusual and attractive.
Wood beaded dangle earrings, 'Forest Milestones'
By Maria Elena
Beautiful design and execution
I was looking for a pair of wooden earrings to pair with a wooden necklace. These earrings were a perfect match, interesting and carefully constructed.
Wood beaded necklace, 'Adipa Joy'
By Gwendolyn
Visual delight , beautifully crafted. Thank you!
I am thankful to you for making this beautiful necklace with its calmingand elegant colors. I applaud your imagination and dedication to making these fine necklaces and I wish you much financial success as well. Brava! Gwendolyn Marie - USA
Beaded Jewelry from West Africa
Talented designers craft our authentic Beaded Jewelry from West Africa Collection by hand using traditional techniques.
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