In general, the mini-chips are about 4-6mm wide and 1-3mm thick, exceptions are noted within the individual product entries.
To maintain our wide selection of gemstone chip beads, we must use many different sources - and the strand lengths and stringing methods vary widely between vendors. Mini-chips are usually strung on shorter strands, they vary from 15" to 16" (abbreviated: 15-16" Strand), depending on the supplier. Occasionally, the mini-chips will also be available in the longer continuous loop strands and that information will be clearly marked in the product entry.
We sometimes have chip beads available that are made from materials other than gemstone, such as organic material like Mother of Pearl or Coral.
Real diamond gemstone looks terrific in these chip beads with pale brown to beige coloration! Diamond beads are tumble polished, then are drilled using a laser, for smooth and uniform holes.
Tiny bamboo coral branches have been permanently dyed a glossy red color. Bamboo coral is a non-endangered coral product that is dyed to resemble endangered Italian red corals.