{"product_id":"aadampo-golden-ochre-krobo-powdered-glass-beads-13mm","title":"Aadampo Authentic Golden Ochre Krobo Powdered Glass Beads | Handmade Recycled Glass Beads from Ghana | 13–14mm","description":"\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1ar9dgw\" data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"982\"\u003eHandcrafted Heritage for Contemporary Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1033\" data-end=\"1238\"\u003eBring warmth, texture, and authentic Ghanaian craftsmanship into your designs with these \u003cstrong data-start=\"1122\" data-end=\"1164\"\u003eMatte Coral Krobo Powdered Glass Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, individually handcrafted by skilled Krobo artisans using recycled glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1430\"\u003eTheir soft coral hue, naturally occurring mineral speckles, and beautifully matte surface create an understated luxury that complements both modern and heritage-inspired jewelry collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1432\" data-end=\"1687\"\u003eEach strand reflects generations of beadmaking knowledge preserved through artisan communities in Ghana. Rather than mass production, every bead is formed, fired, and finished by hand, resulting in subtle variations that celebrate authentic craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1848\"\u003ePerfect for jewelry designers, luxury makers, galleries, museum gift shops, and wholesale buyers seeking meaningful materials with a compelling cultural story.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"ow3oe2\" data-start=\"1850\" data-end=\"1874\"\u003eWhy They Stand Apart\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ai8lpb\" data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1919\"\u003eAuthentic handcrafted Krobo craftsmanship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dppbbu\" data-start=\"1920\" data-end=\"1946\"\u003eMade from recycled glass\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1k7h3sc\" data-start=\"1947\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003eSoft matte coral finish with natural artisan variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1fgxtbq\" data-start=\"2005\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003eDesigner-friendly 13–14mm size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4hnq8s\" data-start=\"2038\" data-end=\"2086\"\u003eExcellent for retail and wholesale collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ixidjz\" data-start=\"2087\" data-end=\"2142\"\u003eResponsibly sourced from Ghanaian artisan communities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2144\" data-end=\"2189\"\u003eCulture • Connection • Creativity • Community\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2688\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1cfqk8q\" data-start=\"2690\" data-end=\"2717\"\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableWrapper flex flex-col-reverse w-fit\" tabindex=\"-1\"\u003e\n\u003ctable data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"3212\" class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2746\"\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2719\" data-end=\"2735\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth data-start=\"2735\" data-end=\"2746\" data-col-size=\"sm\" class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2837\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2795\" data-end=\"2807\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBead Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2807\" data-end=\"2837\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eKrobo Powdered Glass Beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2849\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"2849\" data-end=\"2867\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRecycled Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr 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data-start=\"2982\" data-end=\"3002\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eRounded Rondelle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3003\" data-end=\"3021\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3003\" data-end=\"3012\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3012\" data-end=\"3021\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eMatte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3059\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3022\" data-end=\"3034\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eBead Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3034\" data-end=\"3059\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApproximately 13–14mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3095\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3060\" data-end=\"3072\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eHole Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3095\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApproximately 2–3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3147\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3096\" data-end=\"3107\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3147\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eApproximately 43–45 beads per strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3183\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3148\" data-end=\"3162\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStrand Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3162\" data-end=\"3183\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eContinuous Strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr data-start=\"3184\" data-end=\"3212\"\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3184\" data-end=\"3192\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eStyle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd data-start=\"3192\" data-end=\"3212\" data-col-size=\"sm\"\u003eArtisan Heritage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3214\" data-end=\"3217\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1c9l56t\" data-start=\"3219\" data-end=\"3239\"\u003eDESIGN FEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"77y4sp\" data-start=\"3241\" data-end=\"3250\"\u003eShape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3252\" data-end=\"3350\"\u003eRounded handcrafted rondelles with softly organic proportions that showcase artisan individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"zy7chl\" data-start=\"3352\" data-end=\"3363\"\u003eTexture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3365\" data-end=\"3453\"\u003eVelvety matte texture offering a refined tactile quality and natural handcrafted appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"cu8xzp\" data-start=\"3455\" data-end=\"3465\"\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3467\" data-end=\"3573\"\u003eA muted matte coral surface accented by naturally occurring darker mineral speckles created during firing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"5xo219\" data-start=\"3575\" data-end=\"3588\"\u003eHole Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3590\" data-end=\"3745\"\u003eApproximately 2–3mm, compatible with leather cord, waxed cord, stretch cord, cotton cord, hemp, macramé cord, suede lace, and multiple jewelry wire gauges.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"x7yizb\" data-start=\"3747\" data-end=\"3764\"\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3766\" data-end=\"3858\"\u003eEvery bead is individually molded and kiln-fired using traditional Krobo beadmaking methods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-section-id=\"1955m55\" data-start=\"3860\" data-end=\"3882\"\u003eHandmade Variation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3884\" data-end=\"4023\"\u003eMinor variations in size, shape, color intensity, and surface markings are intentional characteristics of authentic handcrafted production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"4025\" data-end=\"4028\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"oi330q\" data-start=\"4030\" data-end=\"4054\"\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1a5e8s9\" data-start=\"4894\" data-end=\"4930\"\u003eTHE KROBO BEADMAKING TRADITION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"4932\" data-end=\"5037\"\u003eThe Krobo people of Ghana are internationally recognized for their exceptional glass beadmaking heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5039\" data-end=\"5323\"\u003eFor generations, artisans have transformed recycled glass into beautiful cultural materials through skilled handcraftsmanship. Recycled glass is cleaned, crushed into fine powder, placed into handcrafted clay molds, and fired in traditional kilns until fused into durable glass beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5325\" data-end=\"5643\"\u003eUnlike fused rondelle production, powdered glass beadmaking begins with finely ground recycled glass that is carefully layered into molds before firing. This technique produces beautifully matte surfaces and naturally expressive textures that distinguish Krobo powdered glass beads from other African glass traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"5645\" data-end=\"5847\"\u003eToday, this enduring craft supports artisan livelihoods while preserving one of West Africa's most celebrated beadmaking traditions and demonstrating the creative possibilities of sustainable materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6165\" data-end=\"6168\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1cs6z5h\" data-start=\"6170\" data-end=\"6198\"\u003ePAIRS BEAUTIFULLY WITH\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6200\" data-end=\"6449\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"w17han\" data-start=\"6200\" data-end=\"6231\"\u003eOversized Ashanti Brass Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gjgq7q\" data-start=\"6232\" data-end=\"6260\"\u003eAshanti Brass Spacer Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1ox6vec\" data-start=\"6261\" data-end=\"6285\"\u003eAdinkra Brass Pendants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7atguy\" data-start=\"6286\" data-end=\"6336\"\u003eKrobo Powder Glass Beads in complementary colors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gqztsu\" data-start=\"6337\" data-end=\"6356\"\u003eGhana Trade Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d6yz1r\" data-start=\"6357\" data-end=\"6380\"\u003eAshanti Glass Spacers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"18j80qf\" data-start=\"6381\" data-end=\"6414\"\u003eDesigner Mixed Bead Collections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1quj2ut\" data-start=\"6415\" data-end=\"6449\"\u003eNatural leather and cotton cords\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6451\" data-end=\"6454\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"1t0gvew\" data-start=\"6456\" data-end=\"6495\"\u003eSUSTAINABILITY \u0026amp; ETHICAL SOURCING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6497\" data-end=\"6553\"\u003eThese beads celebrate responsible craftsmanship through:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"6555\" data-end=\"6840\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"13u8732\" data-start=\"6555\" data-end=\"6586\"\u003eRecycled glass material reuse\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"bf2hb0\" data-start=\"6587\" data-end=\"6629\"\u003eSupport for Ghanaian artisan communities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"upr8ud\" data-start=\"6630\" data-end=\"6680\"\u003ePreservation of traditional beadmaking knowledge\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"jgnl8h\" data-start=\"6681\" data-end=\"6717\"\u003eSmall-scale handcrafted production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"o622zg\" data-start=\"6718\" data-end=\"6750\"\u003eResponsible sourcing practices\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14wio03\" data-start=\"6751\" data-end=\"6780\"\u003eHeritage craft preservation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"7frwya\" data-start=\"6781\" data-end=\"6840\"\u003eSustainable creative materials for contemporary designers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"6842\" data-end=\"6845\"\u003e\n\u003ch1 data-section-id=\"uf5wxw\" data-start=\"6847\" data-end=\"6871\"\u003ePRODUCT DISCLAIMER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6873\" data-end=\"6962\"\u003ePlease note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"6964\" data-end=\"7048\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"6964\" data-end=\"7048\"\u003eDon't Eat! 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