Trade Beads Pipestone Strands

3 Strands of Pipestone (Catlinite) Trade Beads

SOLD These 22 inch Strands of Pipestone Trade Beads are strung on natural fibers. The beads vary in length from 2mm to 20mm. They have beautiful natural red and brown coloring. They can be used in a variety of crafts and strung together to decorate clothing, backpacks, and other accessories.

History of Trade Beads

From the 15th to the 20th century, traders carried European glass beads across the world. The beads were highly desired by Native Americans, as glass was then an unknown substance in North American. European glass beads, mostly from Venice, became popular and sought after by Native Americans. Europeans realized early on that beads were important to Native Americans and corporations such as the Hudson Bay Trading Company developed lucrative bead-trading markets with them. The Hudson Bay Trading Company was an organized group of explorers who operated during the 19th century. They ventured into the North American continent for trade expeditions.
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