Genuine Venetian Bead Necklace and Bracelet, purchased in Venice.

Purchased at the famous Attombri brothers store in Venice, on the San Paolo side. The necklace is a total of 46" and the bracelet is 7" The necklace has a screw closure and the bracelet is a push clasp. The clasps are copper. What is Venetian glass? Venetian glass beads are handmade and blown by artisans in Venice and Murano, Italy. They are made from soda glass, which is about 70% silica, and have small holes that are usually less than one millimeter in size. Venetian or Murano glass jewelry is handmade and blown to perfection by glass masters and artisans. They follow centuries-old unique techniques imparted from one generation to other to make beautiful necklaces, pendants, earrings, and bracelets. These beads are just gorgeous and are blue and white. Truly magnificent.