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Our Russian Blue beads pay homage to the historic faceted glass trade beads that traveled the maritime fur trade routes to the shores of Alaska. This Aqua Opaque bead offers a soft, semi-matte turquoise-blue finish that mimics the 'greasy' texture of antique glass.
A cornerstone of Alaskan beadwork, Russian Blue is favored for its connection to history and its unique, calming hue. It sits perfectly between a sky blue and a teal, making it indispensable for traditional floral patterns, particularly when representing the water or the cool shadows of a forget-me-not. Its smooth, consistent surface provides a nostalgic, heirloom feel to contemporary medallions and regalia, ensuring your work carries the aesthetic of the ancestors into the modern day."
Color: Aqua / Lapis Opaque
Finish: Opaque
Size: 11/0 (approx. 2mm)
Quantity: 25g (approx. 2,750 beads)
Our Russian Blue beads pay homage to the historic faceted glass trade beads that traveled the maritime fur trade routes to the shores of Alaska. This Aqua Opaque bead offers a soft, semi-matte turquoise-blue finish that mimics the 'greasy' texture of antique glass.
A cornerstone of Alaskan beadwork, Russian Blue is favored for its connection to history and its unique, calming hue. It sits perfectly between a sky blue and a teal, making it indispensable for traditional floral patterns, particularly when representing the water or the cool shadows of a forget-me-not. Its smooth, consistent surface provides a nostalgic, heirloom feel to contemporary medallions and regalia, ensuring your work carries the aesthetic of the ancestors into the modern day."
Color: Aqua / Lapis Opaque
Finish: Opaque
Size: 11/0 (approx. 2mm)
Quantity: 25g (approx. 2,750 beads)