Maison Extravaganza
Ghanian Glass Beads
Ghanian Glass Beads
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- made by members of Ghana's Krobo Tribe in Western Africa
- Symbol of wealth
These glass beads represent a skill that has been mastered for centuries throughout Africa. Using a technique that has been handed down from generation to generation, the craftsmen begin by compressing glass into a dry grain, and heating the grain so that the pieces form together. The recycled glass is rushed into a porcelain cast. The stem of a cassava leaf is used to make the hole. The beads are baked in a furnace causing the glass to melt together and cassava stem to burn, leaving only the grainy textured "sand glass" bead behind.
These beads were made by members of Ghana's Krobo Tribe in Western Africa. Beads have played an important role in the cultural life of many communities throughout the Continent of Africa, and remain to this day a symbol of wealth and a form of currency.
Please choose carefully. Each piece is vintage and artisan made. This means each is different, unperfect, has a history and has signs of its journings. We cannot accept returns due to imperfections so please check the pictures before buying.
Origin
Origin
made by members of Ghana's Krobo Tribe in Western Africa
Dimensions
Dimensions
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
Shipping:
We offer shipping on all in-stock orders to almost any destination in the world. Please contact us (info@maison-extravaganza.de) if your country is not listed and we will check for you.
All orders are quickly processed within 1 to 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) after receiving your order confirmation.
Should your order include multiple items, they may arrive in separate boxes as needed for the safety of a particular item. We also try to incorporate recycled packing materials when available.
Shipping charges for your order will be calculated and displayed at checkout. The cost will vary based on the weight and/or size of the shipment. Please note that we do not include shipping costs in our products, as we prefer to give you the best product pricing possible.
When creating a bulk order, please do message us at info@maison-extravaganza.de for an accurate shipping quote based on sizing/weight and method of delivery.
NOTE: Your order may be subject to import duties and taxes (including VAT), which are incurred once a shipment reaches your destination country. Maison Extravaganza is not responsible for these charges if they are applied and are your responsibility as the customer.
If you haven’t received your order within 10 days of receiving your shipping confirmation email, please contact us at info@maison-extravaganza.de with your name and order number, and we will look into it for you.
We do not provide shipping to P.O boxes
Returns/Retoure
Our products are not newly manufactured - each and every piece is prior-loved, used and found. Our products are beautifully aged and matured and therefore are not `perfect´. We carefully curate our artisan and vintage decor, and clearly communicate prior to purchase what to expect due to the inherent nature of aged decor. As such, we do not accept returns or exchanges. Please check and chose carefully before ordering. If you require more pictures or information you can contact us at info@maison-extravaganza.de
In the event that your order arrives damaged in any way, please email us as soon as possible (within 1-3 days of receipt of package) at info@maison-extravaganza.de with your order number and photos of the item’s condition and packing materials, including the box. We address these on a case-by-case basis and will always work towards a satisfactory solution.
Packaging
Packaging
Our products come beautifully packed and each with a personal note. We name each of our products and will tell you the story of their life. If you are gifting, please let us know and we will gift wrap it and address the note to your friends and family
