9 x 10mm, Oval, Black, Twisted Wire, Cloisonne Artistry on Porcelain Beads Goldtone Finish Estender Rings for No Tangle Construction Our Father Bead Fillagree Caps Gold Plated Pewter "Little Flower" Center Gold Plated Pewter 2" Crucifix Overall Length: 29-1/2" Item #459 Cloisonne is created by affixing a metal wire (twisted in this case) to the base bead (enameled porcelain) to act as a color separater. A powdered, colored glass paste is then painted between the partitions. After a firing and polishing process, the bead is electroplated in a gold or silver film and from there a beautiful bead is born. Heirloom gift! Substantial, yet feminine. International orders are welcome! Orders paid by personal check will be held for shipment until check clears. All Rosaries in my store have been personally handmade by me. See our other rosaries at JRMrosaries.com