Triangular Bohemia Glass Pendant, Green angel skin 16mm in diameter

16mm in diameter

In very good condition with little wear

This style is rare and collectible

Screw-in clasp for extra security if worn when dancing

and the price is rising

Triangular Bohemia Glass Pendant, Green angel skin 16mm in diameterThese famous triangular focal beads were made in Czech Republic region, and imitate a traditional Cone shell bead from Tanzania and East Africa region. They were named "Vibangwa" in Swahili which in their traditional cone shell were made by cutting the top off and creating a flat shape with the shell's natural grooves. These were highly prized and worn by important people in society. The glass imitations were produced as far back as the slave trade.