Miyuki's 11/0 Hex Cut Delicas in Galvanized Tarnished Silver are precision tube-cut Japanese glass beads that bring a moody, oxidized-silver look to structured beadwork — the hexagonal facets catch light in a way round seed beads simply can't.
The special galvanized finish reads like aged sterling — a cool, slightly dusky silver with the kind of depth that suits dark and dramatic palettes without veering into full chrome.
Specifications
- Size: 11/0
- Color: Greys and Blacks
- Finish: Galvanized
- Material: Glass, made in Japan
What to make with them
Their uniform 2.0–2.2 mm tube shape makes them a natural for loom work, peyote, and brick stitch where tight registration matters; use them in low-friction areas like pendants, earrings, or framed panels, since the galvanized finish carries a delicacy rating of 5 and rewards placement away from constant handling.
The finish on these beads is delicate. Avoid prolonged exposure to friction, moisture, skin acids, and harsh chemicals to preserve the surface coating.