{"product_id":"green-krobo-translucent-recycled-glass-beads","title":"Authentic African Green Krobo Recycled Glass Beads | Handmade Translucent Ghana Beads 12–14mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eFresh, vibrant, and timeless, these \u003cstrong\u003eGreen Krobo Translucent Recycled Glass Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e capture the beauty of handcrafted African artistry through luminous color and sustainable craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIndividually handmade by Krobo artisans in Ghana, every bead begins as recycled glass that is transformed using traditional techniques refined over generations. The result is a beautifully frosted translucent surface with rich emerald-green depth that softly catches and diffuses light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir organic shape and handmade character make every strand unique, offering designers authentic cultural materials that complement both contemporary and heritage-inspired collections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIdeal for jewelry designers, galleries, museum shops, bead stores, and wholesale buyers, these beads celebrate creativity while supporting traditional artisan communities and environmentally responsible production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e6. WHY DESIGNERS LOVE THESE BEADS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Authentic Krobo artisan craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Rich emerald translucent color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Matte frosted luxury finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Handmade organic character\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sustainable recycled glass material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Versatile contemporary design\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Beautiful with brass and natural materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Wholesale friendly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Museum-quality cultural material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e7. PRODUCT 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 class=\"w-fit min-w-(--thread-content-width)\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eSpecification\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eDetails\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBead Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo Translucent Recycled Beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecycled Glass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrigin\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGhana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo Area, Eastern Ghana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBead Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 12–14mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHole Size\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 2–3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuantity\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eApproximately 43–45 beads per strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOrganic Round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFinish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte Frosted Translucent\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\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\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e8. DESIGN FEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eShape\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRounded organic silhouettes created individually by skilled artisans.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoft matte frosted texture with subtle handcrafted variation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRich translucent emerald-green glass with naturally diffused light reflection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHole Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 2–3mm, compatible with leather, elastic, hemp, waxed cotton, linen cord, and jewelry wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProduced entirely by hand using traditional Krobo recycled glass beadmaking techniques.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandmade Variation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery strand exhibits natural differences in color intensity, shape, and surface character, highlighting authentic artisan production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e9. DESIGN APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Statement Necklaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Designer Bracelets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Contemporary Earrings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Luxury Jewelry Collections\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Waist Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Home Décor Accents\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Textile Embellishment\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Mixed Media Artwork\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Fashion Accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e10. A CELEBRATION OF COLOR\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eInspired by lush landscapes and renewed creativity, this brilliant emerald-green palette conveys freshness, vitality, and refined simplicity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts translucent frosted finish allows light to softly illuminate every bead, making the strand equally striking as a focal element or when paired with warm Ashanti brass, ivory glass, natural wood, leather, and neutral textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e11. THE KROBO BEADMAKING TRADITION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Krobo people of Ghana have developed one of Africa's most respected glass beadmaking traditions through centuries of craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecycled glass is collected, cleaned, crushed into fine powder, carefully placed into handcrafted clay molds, and kiln-fired to produce durable translucent beads with exceptional handmade character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery strand represents sustainable craftsmanship, cultural continuity, and the remarkable skill of artisans who preserve this heritage while adapting it for contemporary design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e12. WHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• One strand of Authentic Krobo Translucent Recycled Glass Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Approximately 43–45 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Approximately 12–14mm bead diameter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Approximately 2–3mm hole size\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Handmade in Ghana\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ready for jewelry making, collecting, and wholesale sourcing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e13. PAIRS BEAUTIFULLY WITH\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ashanti Brass Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Oversized Adinkra Brass Pendants\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Krobo Powder Glass Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• African Trade Beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ashanti Glass Spacers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e14. SUSTAINABILITY \u0026amp; ETHICAL SOURCING\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach strand is handcrafted from recycled glass using traditional artisan methods that transform discarded materials into enduring cultural objects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour purchase supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Recycled glass utilization\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Ghanaian artisan livelihoods\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Small-scale handmade production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Responsible sourcing practices\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Cultural preservation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sustainable creative industries\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e15. PRODUCT DISCLAIMER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDon't Eat! 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