8-1001 Silver-Lined Crystal AB

The AB in “Crystal AB” stands for Aurora Borealis, a coating which reflects light and creates a rainbow of sparkling colors, much like those light shows in the sky at Northern latitudes. Over a clear crystal base with a silver lining, the AB coating creates a bead that is simply sweet. Project Ideas: Techniques like beadweaving and loomwork. Try in your next Tubular Herringbone or Farmer's Market Wrap. Sizing Info: Size-wise, the 8/0 is similar to a 2mm glass bead. With a generous 1.1mm hole, it’ll fit up to 1mm leather and Surfer Cord. There are 12 beads to an inch. Manufactured in Japan by Miyuki. Sold in tubes of 20-22 grams/ approximately 780-860 beads.