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MATUBO GEMDUO N. 206 - Backlit Periwinkle

MATUBO GEMDUO 8x5mm BACKLIT PERIWINKLE 00030/26901

Size: 8 x 5 mm

Hole size: 0.8 mm

Packaging: 20 pcs

Color: BACKLIT PERIWINKLE

Color code: 00030/26901

Material: Glass

Made in: Czech Republic

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Periwinkle violet glass featuring a specialized backlit coating provides a stunning depth of field for professional bead weaving and dimensional jewelry design. These 8x5mm diamond-shaped elements are engineered with two parallel 0.8 mm holes, ensuring strict tolerances and perfect alignment for structural integrity in woven pieces. The flat back and precision-faceted front of Matubo MiniGemDuo beads or these standard-sized variants allow for seamless tessellation, making them a favorite for creating stiff, architectural components that hold their shape.

Technical consistency is a hallmark of this production, where smooth internal channels minimize the risk of thread fraying during complex assembly. For best results with GemDuo projects, S-lon FIRE thread is recommended due to its high abrasion resistance, especially when paired with beading needles size 10-11. This combination ensures the needle and thread diameter can navigate the bead multiple times without resistance, which is essential for reinforcing secure jewelry clasps and junctions.

Advanced craftsmanship often involves pairing these sharp-edged diamonds with Matubo SuperDuo beads to create intricate star and floral patterns with crisp, clean lines. The unique backlit finish reflects light from the underside of the bead through the translucent glass, creating a sophisticated metallic luster that appears to glow from within. Whether utilized for delicate earrings or bold statement collars, these Czech glass components offer the reliability and aesthetic brilliance required for high-end artisan jewelry collections.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I make multiple thread passes through the 0.8 mm holes of these GemDuo beads?
Yes, the 0.8 mm hole size is generous enough to accommodate several passes of S-lon or S-lon FIRE thread when using a size 10 or 11 beading needle.

How do GemDuo beads compare to other two-hole beads for structural patterns?
GemDuo beads feature a unique diamond shape with sharp points and flat sides, allowing them to nestle together more tightly than SuperDuos for firm, architectural jewelry shapes.

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Data sheet

Color
Crystal
Silver
Violet
Finishing
Glossy
Metallic
Country of origin
CZ
Bead size
8 x 5 mm
Number of Holes
2
Production Method
Pressed

Specific References

EAN13
8591020069600

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