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9780887408397
In nearly 400 color photos the beauty and widespread use of beads is explored. Ranging from antiquity to the modern time, Phoenician, Celtic, Viking, Venetian, African, Bavarian, Bohemian, Dutch, French, and Russian styles are presented along with the fascinating evolution of the beadmaking industry. Their varied uses as symbols, in fashion, and more controversial matters are explored. A price guide is included.Jargstorf, Sibylle is the author of 'Glass Beads from Europe With Value Guide' with ISBN 9780887408397 and ISBN 0887408397.
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