This 8.5mm spacer bead is plated with shiny silver and an antique finish, giving you the appearance of high quality metal without the cost. The design has six beads that form a circle with a center hole. You can add this spacer bead to bracelets or necklaces and combine it with anything you'd pair with sterling silver. These beads are metal-plated plastic, making them incredibly lightweight so don't be afraid to string a bunch of them together. Thanks to their light weight and low cost, Metallite beads are great for craft projects and children's jewelry designing.