These 5x5mm machine-cut crystal diamond beads from Preciosa Ornela come 144 pieces to a pack, cut in Bohemia for the kind of precision that shows up in finished work. The diamond silhouette catches light at sharp angles, making each facet count.

A hematite coating over jet glass lands in that rich, dark-metallic zone — think gunmetal with depth — though like all surface coatings, it can wear with friction over time, so it rewards thoughtful finishing and lower-abrasion designs.

Specifications

• Size: 05mm
• Color: Crystal Dia Jet Hematite (opaque)
• Finish: Coated
• Shape: Diamond
• Material: Glass Crystal, made in Bohemia, Czechia
• Quantity: 144 Pieces

What to make with them

The diamond shape is a natural for drop earrings and pendants where the geometry does the visual work, and it threads beautifully into Gothic or Victorian-inspired necklaces alongside seed beads or chain. It also works well stitched into peyote or right-angle weave as a focal accent where the angular profile adds relief against flatter bead profiles.

The finish on these beads is delicate. Avoid prolonged exposure to friction, moisture, skin acids, and harsh chemicals to preserve the surface coating.