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Read more74SB412 ABR: CZ Twin 2-H Silverlined Crystal AB 2.5x5mm 50GM is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
Preciosa Ornela Czech glass Twin beads in 2.5x5mm come with two holes, giving you built-in design flexibility that single-hole seed beads simply can't match — and this 50g quantity gives you serious working room.
The Terra coating lays an earthy finish over the crystal AB base, landing somewhere between a matte ceramic and a subtle iridescent shimmer — grounded and artisan in feel rather than flashy. Preciosa rates this finish 4 (low resistance) for durability, so avoid friction, chemicals and prolonged skin contact, and choose it for pieces that aren't handled much.
Twin beads shine in structured off-loom stitchwork like Ndebele herringbone and SuperDuo-style lattice weaves, where the dual holes let you lock rows together cleanly; they're equally at home in bead-woven cuffs and collar necklaces where that ceramic-toned finish reads as intentional, handcrafted texture.
Pickup available at 8535 Commerce Place Drive NE Ste A
Usually ready in 2-4 days
Preciosa Ornela presents their new, exclusive Czech two-hole PRECIOSA Twin™ Seed Bead. Twin, a new seed bead from the PRECIOSA Traditional Czech Beads brand, offers so much more in the realm of creative possibilities than other seed beads. The oval shape of the new two-hole seed bead has dimensions of 2.5x5mm and it's available in two glass materials: crystal and black, with a wide range of durable color finishes to choose from. More holes combined with the broad color selection means infinite new and exciting design combinations.
Expect to receive approximately 18,900 beads per kilogram.
74SB412 ABR: CZ Twin 2-H Silverlined Crystal AB 2.5x5mm 50GM is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.