13/0 Charlottes Sterling Silver Plated

These sterling silver beads are incredibly bright. Indeed, we recommend wearing sunglasses if you’re working with them in direct sunlight; they’re that shiny. These shiny, gleaming, beautiful silver beads will add some class to any outfit or project. Yes, they are made with real gold; they are a glass bead with sterling silver plating. We recommend using them for trim on cuffs, leggings, aprons, chokers, barrettes or anything else on your outfit. Your regalia is supposed to last generations, so why not use the good stuff?

Metallic beads have a metallic coating over the glass. These are beautiful option for adding some glimmer and glam to your bead project. Basic metallic finish can rub off or tarnish. To prevent tarnish, store beads in a dry, dark place. If these beads are on your powwow outfit, allow it to dry.

Charlotte Cuts have one or two facets per bead, which gives them a subtle sparkle. They are particularly popular for old style beadwork. They are fairly uniform in shape and size. They can be used in virtually any beaded project, including applique or flat stitch, lane stitch, peyote stitch, loomwork, bead weaving, bead stringing and jewelry making.

Size 13/0 Charlotte Cut Beads measure approximately 1.6-1.8mm. Sold strung on short hanks, consisting of 12 12-inch strands. Approximately 3,000 beads per hank. Made in the Czech Republic.