Vintage Japanese Rice Pearl Beads, 5mm, 16 Inch Strand, Artisan Jewelry Supplies from Japan

Introducing our limited stock, vintage pearl collection! Imported from Japan, each bead holds a timeless beauty that exudes elegance and grace. As vintage stock, these pearls are a testament to the craftsmanship of a bygone era, making them truly special and increasingly difficult to find. Their smooth, lustrous surface reflects light beautifully, adding a captivating shimmer to your finished pieces. Whether you’re fashioning a classic necklace, a statement bracelet, or a pair of elegant earrings, these strands provide the flexibility you need to bring your imagination to life. Embrace the uniqueness of each bead with their delicate size of approximately 5-9 x 4-6mm, ensuring they perfectly complement any jewelry or craft project you have in mind. The slender rice pearls have a hole size of approximately 0.5mm, and will add a touch of sophistication to your designs. You will receive a strand measuring approximately 16 for each purchase. Photos may show multiple strands, however strands are sold individually. As these rice pearls hail from vintage Japanese stock, slight variations in size, shape, and color may occur especially between bundles, further adding to the charm and allure of your designs. Available in a variety of sizes and colors. Limited stock available. Bead Size: 5-9 x 4-6mm Strand Length: 16" Approximate # of Beads: 50-80 Hole Size: 0.5mm ***** MORE PEARL BEADS AVAILABLE ***** Browse our Etsy store for thousands of other ethnic beads. We are fully stocked, and prepared to accommodate wholesale requests as well. ***** BUY MORE AND SAVE ON SHIPPING ***** Pay shipping on your first item, and receive free shipping on all additional items. For our beaded products, the strand length generally includes string before the knot. --------------------------------------------------- ABOUT THE BEAD CHEST We work with developing communities throughout Africa to bring you some of the most beautiful, handmade beading treasures in the world. All items that we source direct are fair trade. Our unique business model enables us to support creative jewelry designers with quality beading supplies, while supporting developing communities at the same time. QUESTIONS? Just ask! We're here to help :)