Preciosa Ornela 10/0 opaque black seed beads, cut from glass tube in Bohemia, Czechia, and sold by the hank — a reliable, high-contrast workhorse that anchors color, defines pattern edges, and holds its own as the main event.

The opaque finish delivers a solid, non-translucent black that reads as a true graphic tone — no light passes through, so the color stays consistent and bold whether you're working under studio lighting or wearing the finished piece in full sun.

Specifications

• Size: 10/0
• Color: Opaque Black (opaque)
• Finish: Opaque
• Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
• Quantity: 1 Hank

What to make with them

Their 2.2–2.4 mm size makes them a natural fit for loom-woven bands, peyote or brick stitch geometric panels, and beadwork that relies on sharp contrast — use them to outline motifs in Native-style powwow regalia, lay down shadow rows in tapestry-style pieces, or string them as a grounding element in multi-strand necklaces alongside brighter seed beads.