American Flag (Manhattan) Trade Beads

These old glass American Flag trade beads are also known as Manhattan beads. They were made in the late 1800's. The beads show a lot of age and use, there is some pitting and chipping, but overall they are in very good condition. The strand measures 29" and there are approx 58 beads in total, measuring from 11-13mm in length x 13-17mm in diameter.