These innovative Toho hybrids are the result of a combined effort between the Japanese Toho bead makers and glass bead producers from the Czech Republic. After these round Toho beads were created in Japan they were sent to the Czech Republic where they were given a beautiful glass coating. The result is a unique and brilliant touch to a classic bead. These hybrid seed beads have a metallic purple coating. Pick up some Toho hybrids today, and you will be amazed at their brilliance and texture.