{"title":"Vintage Macrame Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eYou will see in this section some beads that were made for other purposes, but also have a big hole suitable for threading thicker ropes \u0026amp; cords.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBut check out the true Macrame beads - probably made in the 70s!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"15x20mm-triangle-beads-10-gold-vintage-metalised-beads","title":"15x20mm Triangle Beads (10) - Gold - Vintage Metalised Beads","description":"\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMeasurements:  15mm x 20mm with a\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 5mm threading hole!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQuantity per pack:  10 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eVINTAGE MACRAME BEADS - circa 1970 \/ 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis bead is such a gorgeous feature for your next macrame or weave or beaded piece! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e15mm is from hole to hole direction.  The bead is actually a 6 sided shape.  Like a triangle, but with the corners flattened.  Very very unusual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eI'm going to say the design might be tribal African patterning, but if you have more information I would love to hear from you.  There are so many designs out there it can be hard to come across the exact description.  These beads are from a warehouse clearance we did years ago, and they have been in storage at least 20 years, and were purchased some years before that.  So, we don't really know their age, but we know they can be amazing in the right spot!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese have a matte finish, and are a great match with animal print decor or fashion.  You will need to look at the photos closely - you will see that the hole is kind of 'off centre' to the shape of the bead.  This allows you to have either a flat side facing outwards, or a pointed side.  (We have also included a photo with all 3 shapes we have in this style, so you can see what others are available.  See our other listings if you want to know more about those.  This listing is for 10 of the triangle shape beads.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe patterning is rather unusual.  Reminds me of animal prints. The sides of the bead have a tribal pattern on them on the largest sides, and the pattern\/shape like etchings.  The very corners of the bead are flat, about 4mm across and have a different etched look pattern which reminds me of fish bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope or leather strapping to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse metalised beads when you want the look of metallic, but don't want the heavy weight of using metal beads.  Large metal beads will certainly weigh down your necklace pieces, or earrings!  Use these in place of metal, and you will be delighted with the result.  (They also don't have the price tag of metal beads!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of our styles of metalised beads have large holes, so browse them thoroughly - you might find some that will suit your macrame or loomwork, hand weaving, drawstrings, bag embellishments, bag handles and the like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMetalised means the actual piece is made from plastic \u0026amp; then coated in a metallic vintage look finish.  These pieces are very hardy, and don't scratch or chip easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-labelledby=\"exacc_FzAcYoLLNdGV4-EPmIOOoAM7\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"exacc_FzAcYoLLNdGV4-EPmIOOoAM8\" class=\"wWOJcd\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\" jsaction=\"AWEk5c\" jsname=\"bVEB4e\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"YsGUOb\" jsname=\"Q8Kwad\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur pieces are part of a bead haul we grabbed around 2007 and they were already at least 20 years old, probably more!  New, not used items, of course!  They are quite unusual \u0026amp; not something you see in the regular beading market, although a lot of the designs are classic designs from long ago, and are always repeated with new manufacturers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1114758025,"sku":"B3131\/AG","price":11.25,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/20230529_123456copy.jpg?v=1685406457"},{"product_id":"28x16mm-rectangle-10-antique-gold-vintage-metalised-beads","title":"28x16mm Rectangle (10) - Antique Gold - Vintage Metalised Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eTheir patterning is tribal.  One marking is definitely a fish skeleton ...\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:  28mm by 16mm, with a 5mm threading hole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10 beads\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse metalised beads when you want the look of metallic, but don't want the heavy weight of using metal beads.  Large metal beads will certainly weigh down your necklace pieces, or earrings!  Use these in place of metal, and you will be delighted with the result.  (They also don't have the price tag of metal beads!)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of our styles of metalised beads have large holes, so browse them thoroughly - you might find some that will suit your macrame or loomwork, hand weaving, drawstrings, bag embellishments, bag handles and the like.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMetalised means the actual piece is made from plastic \u0026amp; then coated in a metallic vintage look finish.  These pieces are very hardy, and don't scratch or chip easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv role=\"button\" aria-labelledby=\"exacc_FzAcYoLLNdGV4-EPmIOOoAM7\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"exacc_FzAcYoLLNdGV4-EPmIOOoAM8\" class=\"wWOJcd\" tabindex=\"0\" data-mce-tabindex=\"0\" jsaction=\"AWEk5c\" jsname=\"bVEB4e\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"YsGUOb\" jsname=\"Q8Kwad\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOur pieces are part of a bead haul we grabbed around 2007 and they were already at least 20 years old, probably more!  New, not used items, of course!  They are quite unusual \u0026amp; not something you see in the regular beading market, although a lot of the designs are classic designs from long ago, and are always repeated with new manufacturers.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1114758113,"sku":"B3132\/AG","price":12.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/IMG_7681copy.jpg?v=1723188218"},{"product_id":"18mm-round-5-black-w-white-powdered-glass-design-glass-vintage-trade-beads","title":"18mm Round (5) - Black w. White Powdered Glass Design - Glass Vintage Trade Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eMeasurements:  18mm round with a large 3-4mm threading hole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eIndian manufactured beads can be a bit inconsistent in size, so measurements are approximate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eColours:  An opaque black glass bead decorated with white star or flower sort of patterning around the sides in grid lines.  We think the pattern was rolled on, as it isn't always clear. The designs on this type of bead are made with powdered glass which is then heated.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eQuantity per pack:  5 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOrigin:  Hand Made in India - \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eWe believe this bead to be a reproduction of a Trade Bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA leather choker necklace with one of these in the front would look amazing!  Simple but effective!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese could be used for multiple crafty ideas including decorating your own table cloth weights because they are quite a large bead.  Or incorporate one or two into an eclectic necklace strand.  Use as a feature bead or beads on a necklace, or one at the front of a bracelet or choker.  Or just keep them as treasures in your stash!  You might even like to put them out in a bowl for a talking point in your home.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBead Shack made a huge bead haul around 2007, and these beads were quite old before that.  The man we purchased them from used to collect large hauls of beads that became available, so who knows how long ago they were made!  Our best guess would be around 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1114916241,"sku":"B2802","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/20230627_155156copy.jpg?v=1693280992"},{"product_id":"22mm-barrel-10-brown-cream-persian-style-vintage-beads","title":"22mm Barrel (10) - Brown\/Cream - Persian Style Vintage Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBead measurements:  22x18mm Barrel with an 8mm threading hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are from old stock, part of a warehouse clearance bead haul we did in around 2007.  You can feel the quality of these beads (there are many replicas of these designs in modern beads, but they feel very ‘plasticky’).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrying to find information on some of our vintage beads is quite a hard job.  We have called this range ‘Persian Look Beads’ because we need to give everything a ‘label’ and this is the closest we can come up with.  Should you have further information on any of our beads, please let us know as we would love to amend anything that we don’t have quite right!  Some of the beads we have are a real mystery, but that’s part of the fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have seen these beads on a manufacturers sample card, who supplied these shape beads for beaded bag handles.  It looks like an old company, but the exact shapes were on their page.  The beads are Circa 1970 \/ 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the large holes in these beads, you can see why they would have been made for bag handles.  However large holes like this, these days, means macrame and loom workers all over the world are seeking beads to put their thick cords through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the designs in this range are simple, and others are intricate.  There will be a design to suit just about everyone.  Which design will be your favourite?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are made from acrylic, with a barely visible seam.  Some don’t actually seem to have a seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou could use these beads on thick cord chokers and necklaces, either threaded or knotted on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, of course, you can use them to make your bag handles!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plastic bead comes from really old stock, back when macrame was in fashion in the 70\/80s!  The whopping big threading hole shows 2 x 6mm cords easily passing through in one of our photos!  This bead is such a gorgeous feature, and we don't have too many of them left now! \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colours in the bead range from a creamy-beige through an orange\/brown to a darker brown.  The pattern is a diamond with a circle within, and a dot within the circle.  The shape reminds me of an old-fashioned cotton reel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":26685194759,"sku":"B3097","price":25.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/20230517_110818copy.jpg?v=1692773143"},{"product_id":"18mm-tube-10-dark-cream-vintage-lucite-beads","title":"18mm  Tube (10) - Dark Cream - Vintage Lucite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBead measurements:  18x15mm with a 5.5mm threading hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca:  1970-1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plastic bead comes from really old stock, back when macrame was in fashion in the 70\/80s!  The whopping big threading hole shows a 4mm cord easily passing through in one of our photos!  With a bit of care you will be able to get a second cord through, or one thicker cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bead is such a gorgeous feature for your next macrame or weave!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese have a matte finish, and they look to me like they have been hand painted\/stained somehow.  If you look in the photos you can see where the colour finishes just inside the holes.  The patterning reminds me of an Aztec design with zig zags and dots!  Also notice the ridge around the middle isn't actually in the middle but about 2\/3 of the way down (or up!) giving it even more aesthetic appeal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":36421938375,"sku":"B2176\/Dark Cream","price":7.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/20230621_125023copy.jpg?v=1693366227"},{"product_id":"7x7mm-tube-vintage-beads-10-black-white","title":"7x7mm Tube Vintage Beads (10) - Black\/White","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:  7mm x 7mm with a 4.5mm hole\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca:  1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese gorgeous plastic beads are quite old, from stock that we found in a warehouse clearance.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large holes in these beads makes them great for adding to macrame pieces for a great Boho look, and also are worn by people with Dread Locks in their hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads have a cream\/white background, with black lines around both ends, with a pattern of flowers within the lines going around the beads.  These are such great beads, one of my favourite.  They seem to have real personality!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuch unique beads, you won't see them walking down the street the other way, because these have been in storage so long, no-one else will have them, that's for sure!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42378932435,"sku":"B3181 B\u0026W x 10","price":6.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/products\/B3181_Black_Ruler_copy.jpg?v=1670115666"},{"product_id":"16mm-drum-10-cream-vintage-lucite-beads","title":"16mm Drum (10) - Cream - Vintage Lucite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBead measurements:  16mm x 17.5mm with a 7mm threading hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca: 1970-1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from acrylic, the quality is obvious from the fact that you can barely see the join lines.  We managed to grab these beads amongst a great big warehouse clearance bead haul we did years and years ago.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis acrylic bead comes from really old stock, back when macrame was in fashion in the 70\/80s!  The whopping big threading hole will take up to 2 x 6mm cords easily passing through!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bead is such a gorgeous feature, and will give you the true feel of the Hippy macrame era!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bead has a kind of engraved look to it, showing flowers all the way around, within a band around the top and bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42708673811,"sku":"B2166\/Cream","price":17.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/products\/B2166_Cream_copy.jpg?v=1571439022"},{"product_id":"18mm-tube-10-red-vintage-lucite-beads","title":"18mm  Tube (10) - Red - Vintage Lucite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBead measurements:  18x15mm with a 5.5mm threading hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10 beads per pack\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca:  1970-1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis plastic bead comes from really old stock, back when macrame was in fashion in the 70\/80s!  So they are coming up to 50 years old (at least). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe whopping big threading hole shows a 4mm cord easily passing through in one of our photos!  With a bit of care you will be able to get a second cord through, or one thicker cord.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bead is such a gorgeous feature for your next macrame or weave!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are not a shiny finish, but not quite a matte if that makes sense.  Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.beadshack.com.au\/collections\/beads\/products\/vintage-tube-shape-large-hole-bead\" title=\"mustard and cream vintage macrame beads\" target=\"_blank\"\u003emustard and cream beads of this style\u003c\/a\u003e look to us like they are hand painted, but I'm not sure about these coloured ones.  The patterning reminds me of an Aztec design with zig zags and dots!  Also notice the ridge around the middle isn't actually in the middle but about 2\/3 of the way down (or up!) giving it even more aesthetic appeal!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40650239508670,"sku":"B2176\/Red","price":7.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/products\/B2176_Red_copy.jpg?v=1571439023"},{"product_id":"9x18mm-wheel-5-multi-colours-glass-vintage-replica-trade-beads","title":"9x18mm Wheel (5) - 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Vintage Persian Style Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeasurements: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are from old stock, part of a warehouse clearance bead haul we did in around 2007.  You can feel the quality of these beads (there are many replicas of these designs in modern beads, but they feel very ‘plasticky’).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrying to find information on some of our vintage beads is quite a hard job.  We have called this range ‘Persian Look Beads’ because we need to give everything a ‘label’ and this is the closest we can come up with.  Should you have further information on any of our beads, please let us know as we would love to amend anything that we don’t have quite right!  Some of the beads we have are a real mystery, but that’s part of the fun!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe have seen these beads on a manufacturers sample card, who supplied these shape beads for beaded bag handles.  It looks like an old company, but the exact shapes were on their page.  The beads are Circa 1970 \/ 1980s.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith the large holes in these beads, you can see why they would have been made for bag handles.  However large holes like this, these days, means macrame and loom workers all over the world are seeking beads to put their thick cords through.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome of the designs in this range are simple, and others are intricate.  There will be a design to suit just about everyone.  Which design will be your favourite?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThey are made from acrylic, with a barely visible seam.  Some don’t actually seem to have a seam.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYou could use these beads on thick cord chokers and necklaces, either threaded or knotted on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAnd, of course, you can use them to make your bag handles!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterning is rather unusual.  The ends of the beads where the hole shows, is a cream background with burnt orange smudges, with brown dashes.  Reminds me of animal prints. The sides of the bead have a tribal pattern on them on the largest sides, with a cream surround, burnt orange background and the pattern\/shape is in brown and looks like etchings.  The very corners of the bead are flat, about 4mm across and have a different etched look pattern which reminds me of fish bones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope or leather strapping to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21371038302292,"sku":"B3087","price":10.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/products\/B3087_copy.jpeg?v=1692773074"},{"product_id":"27mm-nugget-10-brown-cream-persian-style-vintage-beads","title":"27mm Nugget (10) - Brown\/Cream - Persian Style Vintage Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan size=\"4\" style=\"font-family: Arial; font-size: large;\" rwr=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eMeasurements:  27mm x 18mm with a 5mm threading hole!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVINTAGE MACRAME BEADS - circa 1970 \/ 1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bead is such a gorgeous feature for your next macrame or weave or beaded piece!  These beads are shaped like a nugget that has been pinched in a few places - very hard to describe, and very very unusual!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI'm going to say the design might be tribal African patterning, but if you have more information I would love to hear from you.  There are so many designs out there it can be hard to come across the exact description.  These beads are from a warehouse clearance we did years ago, and they have been in storage at least 20 years, and were purchased some years before that.  So, we don't really know their age, but we know they can be amazing in the right spot!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese have a matte finish, and are a great match with animal print decor or fashion.  You will need to look at the photos closely.  (We have also included a photo with all 3 shapes we have in this style, so you can see what others are available.  See our other  listings if you want to know more about those.  This listing is for 10 nugget shape beads.)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe patterning is rather unusual.  The colours are a cream background with burnt orange smudges, with brown tribal pattern on them on all sides, that look like etchings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope or leather strapping to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21371328757844,"sku":"B3088","price":12.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/20230517_110601copy.jpg?v=1692773202"},{"product_id":"23x15mm-rectangle-10-brown-cream-persian-look-vintage-beads","title":"23x15mm Rectangle (10) - 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Dark Cream - Vintage Lucite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBead measurements:  16mm x 17.5mm with a 7mm threading hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  10 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca:  1970-1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from acrylic, the quality is obvious from the fact that you can barely see the join lines.  We managed to grab these beads amongst a great big warehouse clearance bead haul we did years and years ago.  \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis acrylic bead comes from really old stock, back when macrame was in fashion in the 70\/80s!  The whopping big threading hole will take up to 2 x 6mm cords easily passing through!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis bead is such a gorgeous feature, and will give you the true feel of the Hippy macrame era!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bead has a kind of engraved look to it, showing flowers all the way around, within a band around the top and bottom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads with large holes big enough for thick rope to pass through are really hard to come by!  But here at Bead Shack we have quite a range of large holed beads!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42369948975316,"sku":"B2166\/DarkCream","price":17.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/products\/B2166DarkCreamcopy.jpg?v=1644111660"},{"product_id":"12mm-tube-25-green-vintage-lucite-beads","title":"12mm Tube (25) - 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Turquoise - Vintage Lucite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eDo you want something unusual \u0026amp; unique for your project?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:  About 12mm x 12mm with a \u003cstrong\u003e6.5mm threading hole!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  25 beads\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca:  1980s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads are from old stock, Circa 1980s.  The threading hole is about 6.5mm so will take lots of cords, or even macrame rope for wall hangings, pot hangers and lots of decor items like curtain tassels.  What about beads to go onto jacket and bag cords - so many uses and it's so hard to find such a nice bead with such a generous hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads have been made first - the turquoise \u0026amp; coral have a white inside, while the green have a dark inside.  Then the bead has been painted over the top - I imagine by a spray?  I'm not an artist so I don't know the design of this type of painting, but I know you don't see beads with this kind of coating very often.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eI really can't work out if these are plastic or not.  I smashed one with a hammer, and it didn't shatter, it broke in half eventually.  Very tough and strong, so I'm going to go with plastic or maybe even resin. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43515033813204,"sku":"B2172\/Turquoise","price":12.65,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/products\/B2172TurquoiseCloseupcopy_427d43c9-19c2-4c94-8534-40a60c9cf691.jpg?v=1693362459"},{"product_id":"donkey-bead-1-cobalt-blue-vintage-egyptian-bead","title":"Donkey Bead (1) - Cobalt Blue - Vintage Egyptian Bead","description":"\u003cp\u003eMeasurements:  All measurements are approximate as these hand made beads are all unique in size and slightly different in shape too, although round is the general idea of shape!  Large Beads are roughly 30-35mm with an 8mm threading hole.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the handmade nature of these beads the glaze may be mottled in colour and crazed, this is not a fault in the bead but a \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003eunique feature\u003c\/span\u003e of this gorgeous vintage bead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese beads were called Donkey beads and were traditionally placed around the necks of pack animals of nomadic peoples for protection to drive away evil spirits.  They are seen as a symbol of good luck in Middle Eastern countries.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese brilliant ceramic beads were made in Qom (Iran), the only place where donkey beads were still being made.  These authentic beads are made by traditional artisans in a manner similar to the famed turquoise tiles that are characteristic of many ancient structures in modern Iran.  \u003cspan class=\"x193iq5w xeuugli x13faqbe x1vvkbs xlh3980 xvmahel x1n0sxbx x1lliihq x1s928wv xhkezso x1gmr53x x1cpjm7i x1fgarty x1943h6x xudqn12 x3x7a5m x6prxxf xvq8zen xo1l8bm xzsf02u\" dir=\"auto\"\u003eThe bright blue glaze symbolizes the Nile, the Waters of Heaven and the Home of the Gods. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads were again popular around the 1960s to 1970s when Hippies began wearing them to create a new fashion!  Our beads would be from around that time.  They also became popular with Christians.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDonkey beads also became part of people's jewellery, although our beads are rather large - they'd need to be a 'statement' in your piece.  Imagine using these as a feature on a macrame or woven wall hanging, or on pot hangers, tassels, curtain tassels, keyrings, hanging ornaments - the history alone is enough to make anything you make with these a real talking point with your friends and visitors!\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMade from soapstone faience then powder glazed with copper oxide which this gives the stunning cobalt blue hue.  These beads are steeped in history.  It is extremely rare to find modern versions of these beads.  We have not found any like this in our extensive internet searches - only far older ones that are not as round or smooth shaped.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a fascinating read on Donkey Beads and their history \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.tasteiran.net\/stories\/10054\/kharmohre-qom-technique\" title=\"Donkey Bead history kharmohre qom technique\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eclick here \u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSpecial Note:  These beads are old, but we are not 100% sure of where, when, or how they were made.  They are from around 1960-1970s.  We have gleaned as much information as we can from the internet, but please, if you know more accurate information do let us know?!\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43591391838420,"sku":"","price":8.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/products\/DonkeyBeadLargecopy_c95ec18b-b3a3-499a-b6e7-f80f49bd7ba5.jpg?v=1674164641"},{"product_id":"12mm-tube-25-matte-tan-vintage-lucite-beads","title":"12mm Tube (25) - 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we would be so grateful!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43801780322516,"sku":"B2144\/Tan","price":7.5,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/20230621_130116copy.jpg?v=1693361763"},{"product_id":"17x6-5mm-rectangle-tube-25-matte-tan-vintage-lucite-beads","title":"17x6.5mm Rectangle Tube (25) - Matte Tan - Vintage Lucite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBead measurements:  17mm long x 6.5mm thick with a 2mm threading hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca:  1970~1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Lucite acrylic beads, probably made in Germany around 1970s to 1980s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads have a barely visible seam going across the hole ends of the bead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock is very old, as they were part of a huge bead haul we did around 2007, and they were really old before that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake anything you like with these!  They will be great on earrings \u0026amp;\/or necklaces, bracelets too.  Such unusual beads will be sure to be a talking point with your friends!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis tan colour in this range just really makes you want to start creating!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese have a matte finish, and they look to me like they have been hand painted\/stained somehow - the colour finishes just inside the holes.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDisclaimer:  We have tried to describe the beads as accurately as possible, from our own knowledge as well as any knowledge we can glean from the internet.  Many of our vintage beads were made well before the internet became an everyday tool!  We can only find information about beads that other people have listed!  If you know any further information about any of our listed beads, please contact us and let us know - we would be so grateful!\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bead Shack","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43801782321364,"sku":"B2148\/Tan","price":8.75,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0761\/5259\/files\/20230621_125913copy.jpg?v=1693362641"},{"product_id":"17x6-5mm-rectangle-tube-25-cream-vintage-lucite-beads","title":"17x6.5mm Rectangle Tube (25) - Cream - Vintage Lucite Beads","description":"\u003cp\u003eBead measurements:  17mm long x 6.5mm thick with a 2mm threading hole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eQuantity per pack:  25\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCirca:  1970~1980\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVintage Lucite acrylic beads, probably made in Germany around 1970s to 1980s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe beads have a barely visible seam going across the hole ends of the bead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur stock is very old, as they were part of a huge bead haul we did around 2007, and they were really old before that.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMake anything you like with these!  They will be great on earrings \u0026amp;\/or necklaces, bracelets too.  Such unusual beads will be sure to be a talking point with your friends!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cream colour in this range will go with just about anything else you use in the natural colour range!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese have a matte finish, and they look to me like they have been hand painted\/stained somehow - the colour finishes just inside the holes.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eDisclaimer:  We have tried to describe the beads as accurately as possible, from our own knowledge as well as any knowledge we can glean from the internet.  Many of our vintage beads were made well before the internet became an everyday tool!  We can only find information about beads that other people have listed!  If you know any further information about any of our listed beads, please contact us and let us know - 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