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Vintage Western Germany Peacock Iris Nailhead Beads 4mm Original Hank #VB110

Vintage Western Germany Peacock Iris Nailhead Beads 4mm Original Hank #VB110

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SKU: VB110

Discover a true Vintage Vault Find with this original hank of 4mm faceted glass nailhead beads, complete with its original "Made in Western Germany" tag. Beautifully preserved, this exceptional hank represents an increasingly scarce piece of post-war German glass production and is ideal for collectors, designers, and textile artists seeking authentic vintage materials. This is a One of a Kind lot. 

These nailhead beads feature a flat back with a faceted domed top, allowing them to lie flat against fabric while reflecting light beautifully. Long before modern sequins became commonplace, glass nailheads were used to embellish Victorian and Edwardian gowns, hats, handbags, military uniforms, theatrical costumes, and ecclesiastical textiles, adding elegant sparkle to fine garments and decorative needlework.

What makes this hank especially desirable is its stunning iridescent peacock (iris) finish. Rich flashes of deep blue, emerald green, violet, bronze, and midnight black dance across the faceted surfaces as the light changes, creating a captivating color shift that is difficult to photograph and even more beautiful in person.

The original Made in Western Germany tag dates these beads to the post-war era before German reunification, making them highly collectible. Original tagged hanks in this condition are becoming increasingly difficult to locate.

This original hank contains 20 strands with approximately 50 beads per strand, for approximately 1,000 beads total.

Whether you're restoring antique textiles, creating couture embroidery, designing one-of-a-kind jewelry, or adding to an advanced vintage bead collection, this remarkable hank offers exceptional beauty, history, and rarity.

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