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Czech Glass Beads

Czech pressed glass beads: rounds (druks), drops and pips, flowers and leaves, discs and rondelles, crow rollers, two- and multi-hole shapes, Cultura glass pearls and novelty shapes. Most are made by Preciosa Ornela in the Czech Republic, and we're an authorized Preciosa dealer. We also carry CzechMates two- and three-hole shapes and other Czech specialty beads.

Sizes are measured at the widest point of the bead, and glass can vary slightly in color between production runs, so buy enough from one lot. Most Czech glass beads take 22 to 20 gauge wire (0.6–0.8 mm). Preciosa pressed glass is lead-free except colors 71000 and 71010.

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Good to know

  • Made by Preciosa Ornela in the Czech Republic; Shipwreck Beads is an authorized Preciosa dealer.
  • Preciosa has made glass beads in the Czech Republic's Crystal Valley since 1948.
  • Druk is the traditional name for a Czech pressed glass round bead.
  • Sizes are measured at the widest point of the bead.
  • Most Czech glass beads take 22–20 gauge wire (0.6–0.8 mm); always test your bead.
  • Preciosa pressed glass is lead-free except colors 71000 and 71010.
  • Preciosa glass beads passed EN 71-3 heavy-metal migration testing (Test Report No. 9782, Feb 2025).

Questions & answers

Who makes your Czech glass beads?

Most are made by Preciosa Ornela in the Czech Republic, and Shipwreck Beads is an authorized Preciosa dealer. We also carry Czech pressed beads from other makers, including CzechMates two- and three-hole shapes.

How are Czech glass beads measured?

Across the widest point of the bead, in millimeters. Natural properties of glass can cause slight color variation between production runs, so buy enough from one lot for a project.

What wire gauge fits Czech glass beads?

Czech pressed glass beads typically take 22 to 20 gauge wire (0.6–0.8 mm). Hole sizes vary, so test with your bead before cutting a lot of wire.

Are Preciosa pressed glass beads lead-free?

Yes, with two exceptions: Preciosa colors 71000 and 71010. Preciosa glass beads also passed EN 71-3 heavy-metal migration testing in February 2025 (Test Report No. 9782).

What is a druk?

Druk is the traditional name for a Czech pressed glass round bead, smooth and consistent in shape and usually 4 to 12 mm. We title them as rounds, since that's the word most people search for.

Ages 16+. Not intended for use by children. Contains small parts that can be a choking hazard.

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