Miyuki DB857 Delica beads in Smoky Amethyst Matte AB deliver the precision cylinder shape Delicas are known for — uniform 11/0 tubes that lock together edge-to-edge for tight, even coverage in loom and off-loom beadweaving. The 9g retail quantity gives you a solid working supply of this moody, light-shifting purple.

The matte amethyst base keeps the color smoky and grounded while the AB finish throws a strong multicolor rainbow reflection across the surface — the result is a purple that shifts and flares rather than sitting flat.

Specifications

• Size: 11/0
• Color: Purples (transparent)
• Finish: Rainbow/A.B./Iris
• Material: Glass, made in Japan
• Quantity: 9g

What to make with them

Delicas are the go-to for peyote and brick stitch work where tight bead alignment matters, so this colorway earns its place in geometric cuffs, tapestry-style pendants, and detailed floral motifs where that iridescent shift reads as depth and dimension. It also layers well in herringbone ropes alongside other matte-finish or metallic Delicas when you want color contrast without competing shine.