Pony Express Beads- Copper

For a brief period (1860-1861), the Pony Express was the only way to get mail from the East Coast to California. Moving at break neck speeds, the horse and rider rode their was into history. This bead has also found its place in history. Called a Pony Bead because its hole allowed it to be braided onto a pony's hair, bohemian glass versions were used extensively in Native American Beadwork. Sizing Info: These beads are handmade and can vary batch to batch! Beads usually measure 5.5-6.2mm in diameter with a hole size ranging from 1.8-2mm. Made in India. Sold in packages of 20 beads.