{"product_id":"ghana-large-krobo-tubes-gray-blue-gold","title":"African Glass Beads – Painted Krobo Long Tubes, Gray Blue \u0026 Gold","description":"\u003ch3\u003eCobalt-blue and mustard-gold zigzag lines animate soft gray Krobo glass tubes with white dotted accents for statement jewelry and professional sourcing.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCreate bold yet balanced jewelry with these \u003cstrong\u003eAfrican Glass Beads – Painted Krobo Long Tubes\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted in Ghana from recycled glass. Their soft gray-to-greige surfaces are decorated with cobalt-blue and mustard-gold wavy lines, finished with rows of small white dots for added graphic rhythm.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13.5–15.5mm × 29–34mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, these beads are larger in diameter and length than many of the earlier Painted Krobo tube styles, giving them substantial visual weight and statement presence. Their approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2.5–3mm holes\u003c\/strong\u003e provide additional stringing flexibility, subject to the designer’s chosen cord, wire, fiber, leather, or other construction material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are associated with contemporary \u003cstrong\u003eKrobo glass-beadmaking traditions in Ghana\u003c\/strong\u003e, where glass continues to be transformed into individually formed and decorated components. Differences in dimensions, curvature, color tone, line placement, surface texture, and hole formation are expected within handmade production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach strand measures approximately \u003cstrong\u003e11–12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e and contains approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10 beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, making this style particularly useful for jewelry designers, bead stores, studios, and small-batch professional sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePRODUCT DETAILS\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted Krobo Glass Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Painted Krobo Glass Long Tube Beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Recycled Glass\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ghana\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique \/ Style:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handcrafted recycled-glass beadmaking with painted wavy line and dotted surface decoration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Long Tube \/ Elongated Tube\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Gray \/ Multicolor\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft Gray \/ Greige\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cobalt \/ Royal Blue\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccent Colors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mustard Gold \/ Orange, White\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Bead Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 13.5–15.5mm × 29–34mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Hole Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5–3mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Strand Length:\u003c\/strong\u003e 11–12 inches\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Quantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10 beads per strand\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLarge Hole:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWholesale Availability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eCULTURAL \u0026amp; MATERIAL NOTE\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrobo glass beadmaking forms part of Ghana’s continuing beadmaking landscape and reflects skilled knowledge of transforming glass into individually formed and decorated components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eContemporary makers continue to create glass beads for jewelry, commerce, design, and creative practice. Painted examples such as these demonstrate how repeated color and surface decoration can shape the visual identity of an elongated bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are best understood as part of a \u003cstrong\u003eliving Ghanaian craft tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e. No sacred, spiritual, ceremonial, or symbolic meaning is assigned to the painted motifs without supporting documentation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHANDMADE VARIATION NOTICE\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause these beads are handcrafted, slight variation may occur in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape • Length • Diameter • Curvature • Surface Texture • Yellow Tone • Coral Motif Size • White Dot Placement • Paint Coverage • Hole Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese differences are expected within handmade production and contribute to the individual character of each strand.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCARE \u0026amp; HANDLING\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandle glass beads carefully and avoid dropping them onto hard surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor routine cleaning, gently wipe with a soft dry or slightly damp cloth. Avoid prolonged soaking, abrasive cleaners, harsh chemicals, or vigorous scrubbing, especially across painted surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAllow beads to dry completely before storage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aadampo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48839309721790,"sku":"AAD-00000404","price":8.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/0047\/9166\/files\/rn-image_picker_lib_temp_78c08db9-63c5-4f12-8e4d-1ba26e5713d7.jpg?v=1788497916","url":"https:\/\/aadampo.com\/products\/ghana-large-krobo-tubes-gray-blue-gold","provider":"Aadampo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}