{"product_id":"smoke-gray-krobo-translucent-glass-beads","title":"Authentic Smoke Gray Krobo Translucent Recycled Glass Beads | Handmade Ghana Glass Beads 12–14mm","description":"\u003cp\u003eSubtle sophistication meets timeless craftsmanship in these \u003cstrong\u003eSmoke Gray Krobo Translucent Recycled Glass Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e, handcrafted by skilled artisans in Ghana using recycled glass and generations of traditional beadmaking knowledge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTheir softly frosted translucent finish creates a refined smoky appearance that shifts beautifully under changing light. The neutral palette offers exceptional versatility, pairing effortlessly with warm brass, natural fibers, gemstones, wood, and contemporary metals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach strand reflects the individuality of handcrafted production, preserving the slight variations in shape and translucency that distinguish authentic Krobo artistry. Equally suited for luxury jewelry collections, gallery-quality designs, museum retail, and wholesale sourcing, these beads celebrate sustainable craftsmanship while delivering enduring design value.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for jewelry designers, luxury brands, wholesalers, collectors, cultural enthusiasts, educators, galleries, and creative makers seeking authentic African cultural materials.\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• Sophisticated smoke gray neutral palette\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Soft matte translucent finish\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sustainable recycled glass material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Versatile contemporary designer color\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Beautiful layering bead\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Excellent with brass and natural materials\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Wholesale-ready consistency\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Museum-quality artisan craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Handcrafted individuality in every strand\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\u003eOrganic round beads with handcrafted proportions that create natural visual movement and authentic artisan character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTexture\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVelvety matte texture with subtle surface variations that enhance handcrafted authenticity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFinish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA translucent frosted finish softly diffuses light while creating an elegant smoky appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHole Size\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 2–3mm, compatible with leather cord, waxed cotton, hemp, elastic, nylon, silk cord, and jewelry wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCraftsmanship\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach bead is individually handcrafted by Krobo artisans using traditional recycled glass techniques passed through generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHandmade Variation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMinor variations in size, translucency, texture, and form celebrate the uniqueness of handmade craftsmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e9. DESIGN APPLICATIONS\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Luxury Necklaces\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Contemporary Bracelets\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Designer Earrings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Statement Jewelry\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 Art\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Luxury Accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Gallery and Museum Design Projects\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e10. A CELEBRATION OF COLOR\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmoke gray embodies understated luxury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts gentle translucent character recalls weathered stone, morning mist, polished river pebbles, and architectural minimalism. Sophisticated without overpowering a design, it serves as an exceptional foundation color that complements warm metallics, ivory glass, deep blacks, muted greens, and natural textures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch1\u003e11. THE KROBO BEADMAKING TRADITION\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Krobo people of Ghana are internationally recognized for transforming recycled glass into handcrafted beads that preserve centuries of artistic knowledge and sustainable innovation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCollected glass is cleaned, crushed into fine particles, carefully molded, and kiln-fired to create the signature translucent matte appearance that defines authentic Krobo glass beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery strand supports artisan families while preserving an important cultural tradition that continues to inspire designers and collectors around the world.\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, retail, or 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 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\u003eEvery strand supports:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Sustainable recycled glass craftsmanship\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Independent Ghanaian artisan communities\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Preservation of Krobo beadmaking traditions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Responsible material sourcing\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Small-scale handcrafted production\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Cultural heritage through contemporary design\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! Our Beads are not edible and should be kept out of reach of children.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Aadampo","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47691932762302,"sku":null,"price":12.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0593\/0047\/9166\/files\/aadampo-authentic-smoke-gray-krobo-translucent-recycled-glass-beads-12-14mm.jpg?v=1782035308","url":"https:\/\/aadampo.com\/products\/smoke-gray-krobo-translucent-glass-beads","provider":"Aadampo","version":"1.0","type":"link"}