Brown and Yellow Glass bead earrings
Historical Information
Type: Beads
Fabric: Glass
Date: Victorian
Find Location: The Thames Estuary, Essex UK
Extra information:
These two beautiful yellow and brown glass beads came from the Thames Estuary in Essex. They were found in an area known for its Victorian finds. The even shape of the beads suggests. Both are likely to be around early - mid
19th Century.
A little history of beads
The earliest beads were made from naturally available materials like bone, shell, wood, and stone, as these were simple to use and source, and easily accessible. Bead making in ancient times was a skilful and labour-intensive craft. The earliest clay beads were made by rolling soft natural clays by hand and then dried in the sun. These beads were later improved by firing or baking the clay to harden and reduce breakage. Around 3,000 BCB, glazes and pigments were added to clay beads in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia.