Eight-millimeter black matte rounds from Preciosa Ornela, pressed in Bohemia and sold here in a generous 400-piece count — this is the workhorse neutral that earns its keep in serious bead work.

The opaque matte finish delivers a solid, frosted surface that absorbs light rather than reflecting it, giving the black a quiet, velvety depth.

Specifications

• Size: 08mm
• Color: Black Matte (opaque)
• Finish: Opaque/Matte
• Material: Glass, made in Bohemia, Czechia
• Quantity: 400 Pieces

What to make with them

Their substantial 8mm size makes them strong candidates for chunky strung necklaces, knotted designs, and macramé-meets-bead work; they also anchor mixed-media bracelets and earring drops where a matte black round provides visual grounding without competing with focal pieces.