{"product_id":"krobo-pocket-tangerine-glass-beads","title":"African Glass Beads – Orange Krobo Pocket Beads from Ghana","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\"\u003eColor that commands attention. These vivid tangerine-orange Krobo Pocket Beads bring saturated color, handcrafted texture, and bold Ghanaian glass character to jewelry designed to be noticed.\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\"\u003eSaturated \u003cstrong\u003etangerine orange\u003c\/strong\u003e gives these handmade \u003cstrong\u003eKrobo Pocket Glass Beads from Ghana\u003c\/strong\u003e immediate visual presence. Their approximately \u003cstrong\u003e13–14mm rounded forms\u003c\/strong\u003e, softly matte surfaces and subtle handcrafted variations make them particularly effective for designers who want concentrated color without relying on elaborate pattern.\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. The substantial scale allows a single strand to establish the central color story of a necklace, while individual beads can be distributed among brass, trade beads, contrasting Krobo glass and other components to create deliberate visual rhythm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe photograph shows a vibrant orange color ranging from bright tangerine to slightly deeper orange where the rounded surfaces fall into shadow. A predominantly matte-to-satin appearance softens the intensity just enough to reveal the handmade character of each bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor professional jewelry designers, orange offers exceptional merchandising versatility. Pair these beads with muted golden brass for warmth, deep indigo or cobalt for dramatic complementary contrast, green for an energetic color composition, or neutral glass and natural materials when orange should remain the dominant visual element.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads also work particularly well as a coordinated colorway within a larger Pocket Bead collection, making them useful to jewelry brands developing seasonal capsules, statement collections or repeatable color-driven designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade in Ghana within the continuing Krobo glass beadmaking tradition, these beads are identifiable Ghanaian craft materials rather than generic mass-produced “African-style” components. Small differences in contour, surface and coloration are part of their handcrafted character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor designers, bead stores and wholesale buyers, this strand offers a compelling combination of \u003cstrong\u003estrong color recognition, useful 13–14mm scale, artisan individuality and broad cross-merchandising potential\u003c\/strong\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\u003eTangerine Orange\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte to Satin\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\u003eDESIGN FEATURES\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRounded handmade forms provide substantial visual volume while remaining versatile enough for both continuous strands and mixed-component designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTexture:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSubtle surface irregularities give the glass tactile and visual character. These variations help distinguish the beads from mechanically uniform factory-produced components.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinish:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe beads display a predominantly matte-to-satin appearance that diffuses reflections and gives the saturated orange greater material depth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHole Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eApproximately 2–3mm holes support a useful range of compatible jewelry-stringing materials.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraftsmanship:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHandmade in Ghana within the contemporary Krobo glass beadmaking tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandmade Variation:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSlight differences in shape, size, surface and color intensity are expected and contribute to the individuality of each strand.\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 Tangerine Orange 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\u003eTangerine Orange\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandmade product\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: \u003cstrong\u003eGhana\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandcrafted variations in shape, dimensions, surface and coloration are expected.\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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