{"product_id":"krobo-pocket-cobalt-glass-beads","title":"Handmade Blue Krobo Pocket Glass Beads from Ghana for Jewelry Making","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-8 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full dark markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSaturated cobalt blue. Handcrafted Ghanaian character. Designer-ready scale. These Krobo Pocket Beads bring vivid color and artisan individuality to jewelry that deserves to stand apart.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eIntense \u003cstrong\u003ecobalt-to-electric blue color\u003c\/strong\u003e gives these handcrafted Krobo Pocket Glass Beads immediate visual presence. Handmade in Ghana and measuring approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13–14mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, their substantial rounded forms, softly matte surfaces and visible artisan variation make them especially effective for designers who want saturated color without machine-made uniformity.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach strand contains approximately \u003cstrong\u003e43–45 glass beads\u003c\/strong\u003e with approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2–3mm holes\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a versatile designer material for necklaces, bracelets, mixed-material compositions and statement jewelry. The photographed strands reveal subtle tonal movement across the blue surfaces, with areas shifting from brilliant cyan-blue highlights into deeper cobalt passages.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir rounded, slightly irregular silhouettes create a natural rhythm when strung continuously. They can also serve as the dominant color field surrounding a larger focal bead, African brass component or Adinkra pendant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe contrast possibilities are particularly strong. Warm \u003cstrong\u003eAshanti brass\u003c\/strong\u003e becomes luminous against the saturated blue, while white, cream, amber, orange, red and multicolored trade beads can introduce deliberate contrast. Other blue glass components can instead build sophisticated tonal compositions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are connected specifically to Ghana's \u003cstrong\u003eKrobo beadmaking tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e, rather than being presented simply as generic African craft material. Visible differences between individual beads preserve the handmade character that professional designers, collectors and buyers value in artisan-made components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor jewelry brands, bead stores and wholesale buyers, the combination of \u003cstrong\u003eGhanaian origin, recognizable Krobo craftsmanship, designer-friendly scale and high-impact blue color\u003c\/strong\u003e makes this strand an excellent candidate for both individual designs and coordinated collection development.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003ePRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"group TyagGW_tableContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"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\"\u003eAttribute\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth class=\"last:pe-10\"\u003eValue\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBead Type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo Pocket Beads\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGlass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGhana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Region\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKrobo beadmaking tradition, Eastern Ghana\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Bead Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e13–14mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Hole Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2–3mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Quantity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e43–45 beads per strand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRounded\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCobalt Blue\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft Matte\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHandmade\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold As\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne Strand\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\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003eDESIGN FEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRounded forms with subtle handcrafted irregularity create an organic sequence that works particularly well in full-strand necklaces and substantial bracelets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe surfaces show visible handmade character rather than the precision and uniformity associated with mass-produced glass components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe photograph shows a predominantly soft matte appearance that diffuses the intense blue and creates subtle tonal variation across individual beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHole Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 2–3mm holes offer practical versatility for compatible jewelry-making wire, cord and other suitable stringing materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in Ghana within the Krobo beadmaking tradition, these beads reflect the individual character associated with small-scale glass bead production.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade Variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDifferences in contour, dimensions, coloration and surface character should be expected. For designers, these variations create visual movement and individuality across a finished composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eWHAT YOU WILL RECEIVE\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne strand of handmade Krobo Pocket Glass Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e43–45 beads\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e13–14mm bead size\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e2–3mm holes\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: \u003cstrong\u003eGlass\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColor: \u003cstrong\u003eCobalt Blue\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: \u003cstrong\u003eGhana\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSlight variations in size, shape, surface and coloration are expected due to the handcrafted nature of the beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eTHE KROBO BEADMAKING TRADITION\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Krobo communities of Ghana's Eastern Region are internationally recognized for a longstanding glass beadmaking tradition that remains active within contemporary Ghanaian craft and commerce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKrobo beadmakers work with glass to produce beads in a wide range of forms, colors, finishes, and decorative approaches. Skills associated with preparing glass, forming beads, controlling heat, creating perforations, finishing surfaces, and evaluating individual pieces are sustained through practical artisan knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecycled glass has an important place within broader Ghanaian and Krobo bead production, where discarded or previously manufactured glass can be transformed into new bead material. \u003cstrong\u003eHowever, recycled content has not been confirmed for this particular strand; the supplied material specification is Glass.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe precise forming process used for this individual product has likewise not been independently specified, so it should be represented responsibly as \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade Krobo glass beadmaking\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than assigned an unsupported technical process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eToday, Krobo glass beads continue to move between local use, jewelry design, collecting, fashion, creative industries, cultural education, and international trade. Their importance lies not in presenting beadmaking as a craft fixed in the past, but in recognizing the work of skilled contemporary makers who continue to adapt and sustain a living Ghanaian material tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eSUSTAINABILITY \u0026amp; ETHICAL SOURCING\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe value of these beads begins with \u003cstrong\u003esmall-scale artisan craftsmanship and the continuation of specialized beadmaking knowledge in Ghana\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupporting artisan-made materials can help sustain markets for skilled craft production and encourage continued transmission of material knowledge while giving designers access to components that retain visible evidence of human making.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass is also a durable jewelry material capable of remaining in circulation through finished designs, collections, reuse, and redesign.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlthough recycled glass is widely associated with portions of Krobo beadmaking, \u003cstrong\u003erecycled content is not claimed for this specific product because it has not been confirmed\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAadampo's sourcing and product documentation approach emphasizes accurate provenance, responsible representation, artisan value, and the preservation of handcrafted variation rather than unsupported environmental claims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003ePRODUCT DISCLAIMER\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note that product colors and sizes may vary slightly due to their handmade nature. 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