Beads #145545

Size 15 Japanese seed beads are the same approximate size as the size 14 Czech seed beads. They appear larger to show more detail. These beads are sold by the tube. Each tube contains approximately 25 grams, which is approximately 6800 beads.

Delica beads are very high quality and are quite popular right now. Instead of being rounded like most beads, they are shaped like a cylinder. Our size 11 delicas are sold by the tube, and each tube contains approximately 10 grams, which is approximately 2000 beads per tube. Some of the precious metal beads are sold in approximately 5 gram tubes, and there will be a note to that effect in the description.

The Chinese seed beads differ from other seed beads. They have an *older* look, especially in the opaque colors, and are popular for that reason. Abbreviations for the finish on the beads: OP - Opaque - No Light Passes Through the Bead TR - Transparent - Some Light Passes Through the Bead