Preciosa Ornela 13/0 Charlotte True Cut seed beads in dark brown bring together two precision techniques — the single-facet Charlotte cut and the true cut — in a tiny 1.6–1.8 mm bead that catches light with a crisp, jewel-like sparkle that standard round seed beads simply can't match. You're getting a full hank of Czech glass made in Bohemia, Czechia, so there's plenty to work with on ambitious projects.

The opaque finish delivers a solid, non-translucent dark brown — rich and earthy with enough depth to read as a strong graphic element rather than a background filler.

Specifications

• Size: 13/0
• Color: Charlotte Dark Brown (opaque)
• Finish: Opaque
• Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
• Quantity: 1 Hank

What to make with them

Their size and faceting make these 13/0 Charlottes a go-to for fine needle weaving techniques like peyote and brick stitch, where the cut face adds texture and shimmer without bulk. They also shine as accent beads in bead embroidery on leather or fabric, lending a warm, rustic contrast alongside metallic or earth-tone palettes.