Wood Beads
The history of wood beads is a testament to humanity's resourcefulness and deep connection to nature. Wood, one of the most accessible and versatile materials, has been used for bead-making since ancient times. Early civilizations, from the indigenous peoples of the Americas to the tribes of Africa and the indigenous cultures of Australia, fashioned beads from locally available woods, each type imbued with its unique symbolism and spiritual significance. In ancient Egypt, wood beads were often inlaid with precious metals and stones, reflecting the wearer's social status. In Asia, especially in India and China, wood beads carved from sacred trees like sandalwood and rosewood became integral to religious practices, used in meditation and prayer as mala or rosary beads. The intricate craftsmanship of wood beads in Europe during the Renaissance period showcased the material's aesthetic potential, often being used in elaborate jewelry and fashion accessories. Today, wood beads remain popular in jewellery-making and crafts, celebrated for their natural beauty, sustainability, connecting us to our ancient past and natural world.
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Palmwood Pukalet Wood Beads
Palmwood Wood Beads Pukalet 5x10mm Approximatey (80pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$3.95 -
Robles 5-6mm Round Wood Beads
Robles Wood Beads Round 5-6mm Approximate (~80pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$4.65 -
Nangka (Darker) 10mm Round Wood Beads
Nangka (darker coloured) Wood Beads Round 10mm (~40pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$3.60Out of stock
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Bayong Sloped Nugget Wood Beads
Bayong Sloped Nugget Wood Beads approx 14x17mm (~22pce Strand) ~40cm/16" Strand.$4.95 -
Robles Small Slice Wood Beads
Natural Robles Small Slice Wood Beads approx 20x10mm (~36pce Strand) - 40cm/16" Strand.$5.40 -
Kamagong (Tiger Ebony) Rough Chunk Wood Beads
Kamagong (Tiger Ebony) Rough Cut Chunk Wood Beads ~20x15mm (~20pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$8.20
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Robles 10mm Round Wood Beads
Robles Wood Beads Round ~10mm (~40pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$5.85 -
Greywood Pokalet 7x11 Wood Beads
Greywood Pokalet Wood Beads 7x11mm (~52 pce per strand) ~40cm/16" Strand.$6.10 -
Bayong Side Drilled Oval Nugget Wood Beads
Bayong Side Drilled Oval Nugget Wood Beads approx 19x15x8mm (~28pce Strand) ~40cm/16" Strand.$4.65