Opaque

We're thrilled to announce our monumental special purchase of over 200,000 kilos of Handmade Vintage Italian glass beads! We've bought up oodles of exquisite examples of fine, hand-crafted vintage Murano glass beads made by Societa Veneziana Conterie. Societa Veneziana Conterie was a consortium of 16 independent Venetian bead makers that joined together from 1898-1992. When the consortium shut its doors in 1992, our friends over at Prairie Edge Trading and Galleries rescued all of the consortium's remaining stock of glass beads from an uncertain future. Earlier this summer, we scooped up the the entire lot, to ensure that these little pieces of beaded history can once again be shared and appreciated by all! Most of our Vintage Venetian Seed, Crow, and Chevron Beads were manufactured between the late 1800's and 1920's, while our colorful and intricate Murano Mosaic beads were manufactured in the 1960's-70's.

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Blues- Aqua or Turquoise
6 items

Blues- Sapphire or Sky Blues
11 items

Browns/Tans/Golds
2 items

Greens
6 items

Greys and Blacks
1 item

Oranges
3 items

Reds
2 items

Whites
1 item

Items:

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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Black #1 8/0

8SV109

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $10.00 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $17.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section V
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque White #1 8/0

8SV112

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $10.00 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $17.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section T
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Greasy Orange #2 7/0

8SV130-2

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.50 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $11.50 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $18.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section X
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Orange #4 8/0

8SV138-4

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.50 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $11.50 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $18.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 5 Section G
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Orange #5 8/0

8SV138-5

50 GM $1.97 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.00 ($0.03 per GM)

500 GM $14.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $22.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 5 Section E
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Brick Red #1 8/0

8SV146-1

50 GM $2.49 ($0.05 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $11.50 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $19.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section R
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Brick Red #2 8/0

8SV146-2

50 GM $2.49 ($0.05 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $11.50 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $19.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section R
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Brown #1 8/0

8SV156-1

50 GM $1.97 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.00 ($0.03 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 5 Section F
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Brown #4 8/0

8SV156-4

50 GM $1.97 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.00 ($0.03 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section Q
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Turquoise #5 8/0

8SV162-5

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section W
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Turquoise #11 8/0

8SV163-1

50 GM $1.49 ($0.03 per GM)

100 GM $2.50 ($0.03 per GM)

500 GM $7.95 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $15.00 ($0.01 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section U
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Cornflower #1 8/0

8SV168-1

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.50 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section W
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Cornflower #2 8/0

8SV168-2

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $19.50 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 5 Section H
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Cornflower Blue #11 8/0

8SV168-B

50 GM $1.97 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section X
More Information.

Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Cornflower #13 8/0

8SV168-D

50 GM $2.49 ($0.05 per GM)

100 GM $3.75 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section R
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Cornflower #12 8/0

8SV170-12

50 GM $1.97 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.00 ($0.03 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section Y
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Blue #1 8/0

8SV172-1

50 GM $1.97 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.00 ($0.03 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 5 Section F
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Blue #15 8/0

8SV173-F

50 GM $1.49 ($0.03 per GM)

100 GM $2.50 ($0.03 per GM)

500 GM $7.95 ($0.02 per GM)

1000 GM $15.00 ($0.01 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section U
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Medium Blue #28 8/0

8SV175-1

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.50 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section X
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Vintage Venetian Seed Bead Opaque Medium Blue #30 8/0

8SV175-3

50 GM $2.25 ($0.04 per GM)

100 GM $3.50 ($0.04 per GM)

500 GM $12.50 ($0.03 per GM)

1000 GM $20.00 ($0.02 per GM)

Not in catalog
In our Showroom Aisle 23 Section X
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Seed Beads

Preciosa Ornela rocaille seed beads are by far our most popular and versatile seed bead available. Preciosa Ornela rocaille seed beads are of superior quality, machine cut, and are highly valued for their use in bead stringing, bead weaving, embroidery and much much more! Preciosa seed beads are proven to be of the upmost value, and demonstrate the highest level of shape consistency.

Shipwreck Beads Catalog

Bigger and better! Our 2010 catalog is jam packed with over 1,000 full color pages of ideas! Over 13,000 more items added since our previous printing! With over 52,000 items, our massive catalog is certain to inspire countless hours of beaded bliss! Purchase our catalog via web or phone order for just $10.00 ($20.00 International - price includes shipping) and receive a $15.00 credit applied towards your NEXT order!- That's $15.00 in FREE BEADS! Credit will NOT be mailed in the form of a coupon. Delivery time 3-5 days via Priority Mail.Order your 2010 Shipwreck Beads Catalog here!
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JBB International

JBB International is a major manufacturer of superior Sterling Silver, Brass, Copper and Pewter cast beads, findings and charms. JBB International Findings are well known for their quality, design innovation and consistency. It's easy to satisfy nearly all your jewelry findings needs with JBB whether you're searching for high end Sterling silver items or more affordable plated pewter alternatives!

Shop Swarovski by Color

Create Your Style with Swarovski Elements

Shopping for sensational SWAROVSKI ELEMENTS just got simpler! Shop all Swarovski shapes, styles and sizes in every one of these splendid shades! Click here!
Swarovski Beads and Pendants color selector

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5 Minute Earrings

Follow these easy instructions to create thousands of incredible earring designs! Click here to watch the video.

Video: Silk Macrame Earrings

Sherri Haab shows us a fresh, sophisticated take on macrame earrings. Click here to watch the video.

Crimp Beads

Finish off your project with our Crimp Beads! Crimps make sure your string is finished off tight and secure. We offer Sterling Crimps and Metal Crimps. Don't forget to check out our Crimping Pliers too!!

Bead Stitching Books

Stitch Books, Including Peyote Stitch, Cheyenne Stitch, Right Angle Stitch and More!

With over 50 titles devoted just to the different stitches used in beadwork, Shipwreck Beads has the books you need. From Peyote Stitch, Cheyenne Stitch, Right Angle Stitch and much more! These books will keep you beading for hours on end!

Czech Druks

Czech druk beads are round pressed glass treasures manufactured in the age old Czech tradition by Jablonex, the World's top name in glass beads. Druk beads are consistently uniform in shape and size, and are available in nearly innumerable finish and color combinations. Druk beads are widely used in numerous jewelry designs, and are the perfect combination of quality and economy. These popular and versatile Czech glass beads are hand made in small batches, so some slight color variance is to be expected from batch to batch and size to size.

Video: Fun and Funky Metal Ring

Join mixed media artist Susan Lenart Kazmer as she creates a fun and funky metal ring. Click here to watch the video.

Bracelet Basics

Learn to make a beaded bracelet in minutes

Follow these quick and easy instructions to embark upon a lifetime of beaded bracelet bling! Click here to watch the video.

JBB International

Jasper Beads

You'll jump for joy over our incredible jasper selection! Our selection of jasper beads is full of extravagantly patterned pieces in many different types, shapes and styles.

Video: Silk Macrame Bracelet

Sherri Haab shows us a new spin on silk macrame jewelry. Click here to watch the video.

Video: Organic Designs

Multi-Media fiber artist Merry Hettmansperger combines organics with metallics to create a visually striking choker. Click here to watch the video.

Bead Mixtures

Mix it up with our huge selection of bead mixtures! Bead mixtures are a fun and fantastic way to get a good variety if coordinated beads in one cost effective purchase. Bead mixtures come in delightfully complimentary colors, shapes, styles, and sizes. Some of our most popular mixtures are India bead mixtures, fire polished bead mixtures, and plastic bead mixtures.