{"product_id":"long-tube-ghana-glass-beads-black-gold","title":"African Glass Beads – Painted Krobo Long Tubes, Black \u0026 Gold Beads","description":"\u003ch3\u003eClean ivory and muted-gold stripes trace elongated charcoal Krobo glass tubes, creating a restrained statement component for designer jewelry and wholesale sourcing.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eAdd a sophisticated neutral option to your African glass bead assortment with these \u003cstrong\u003ePainted Krobo Glass Long Tube Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted in Ghana from recycled glass. Deep charcoal-black surfaces are accented with narrow ivory-white and muted mustard-yellow lines that run lengthwise along each bead, reinforcing the elongated silhouette.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10–12mm × 32–34mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, these beads have an especially long profile that works well in statement necklaces, focal sections, directional compositions, and mixed-material jewelry. Their approximately \u003cstrong\u003e2–2.5mm holes\u003c\/strong\u003e provide useful flexibility for multiple stringing approaches, subject to the designer’s chosen materials.\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 length, contour, 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 useful for jewelry designers, bead stores, creative studios, and small-batch professional sourcing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \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 longitudinal line decoration\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra-Long Tube \/ Elongated Tube\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColor Family:\u003c\/strong\u003e Black \/ Neutral\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Charcoal Black \/ Soft Black\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSecondary Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ivory \/ White\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAccent Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muted Mustard Yellow \/ Gold\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Bead Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–12mm × 32–34mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Hole Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2–2.5mm\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":48839311425726,"sku":"AAD-00000407","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_edc8f600-6b25-4705-94c2-62a422e627b9.jpg?v=1788506565","url":"https:\/\/aadampo.com\/products\/long-tube-ghana-glass-beads-black-gold","provider":"Aadampo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}