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Black Plastic Chain by the Inch

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Black Plastic Chain by the Inch

Oh, how we love this black plastic chain. We can only imagine what wonderful things you can do with this stuff! Each link measures 3/8 inch and the plastic diameter is 1.5 mm. So, it's perfect for a plastic charm bracelet or necklace. This wonderful plastic chain is nice and sturdy so you might use it for a lightweight evening bag chain, too.

Made in USA

2July2008

Price: 12¢ per Inch

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Vintage Glass Sacred Heart Cabochon

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Vintage Glass Sacred Heart Cabochon

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Our little (just 15mm in diameter) glass cabochons feature a metallic image of the Sacred Heart. The vibrant red of the heart is nicely offset by the black background.

Across the heart is a golden twining, which we imagine to represent the crown of thorns and a golden cross sits atop the cross. These cabochons were reverse glass painted, making them so very special. There is some flaking on the back - as they have aged. We love the patina-ed look!

Made in USA or Imported

6July2008

Vintage Item - Limited Availability

Price: $3.25 each

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Artist's Palette Charm

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Golden Artist's Palette Charm

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Perfect for an addition to a card or gift bow for an artist friend, this diminutive charm is quite detailed for its size. Made of golden metal and slightly antiqued, it measures about 3/4 inch long by 5/16 inch wide. Of course, it makes a nice addition to a charm bracelet or treasure necklace, too.

Made in USA

28June2008

Price: $1.00 each

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Hand-Made Prayer Wheel Bead

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Opening Prayer Wheel Bead

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Enscripted with OM MANI PADME HUM, the Tibetan Prayer for Universal Peace, our wearable brass and copper prayer-wheel is actually a bead that opens to reveal printed prayer. Add an additional petition of your own and close the bead, add it to a necklace or amulet. The stringing holes go straight through the bead and the rolled prayer, for a very special keepsake.

This larger bead is a wonderful centerpiece for a necklace whether you string it directly side to side or create a focal point by creating a tassel or special hanging pendant from it.

Each bead is different as all are hand made, but the typical size is 2 inches long by 1 inch in diameter.

Made by hand in Nepal

22June2008

Price: $11.75 Each

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Sterling Silver Cawing Crow Charm

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Sterling Silver Cawing Crow Charm

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You'll just love this little cawing crow or raven charm. Not only can s/he stand on his own two feet, s/he has some sort of message to deliver. We were delighted to find this open-mouthed crow charm - and in sterling silver! Measuring 3/4 inch from the tip of the beak to tail feathers, s/he stands about 1/2 inch high. The 3-dimensional charm looks great when added to a charm bracelet, or even on a simple chain or black ribbon as a necklace.

Made in USA

19June2008

Price: $11.87 each

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Real Beetle Wings

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Natural Beetle Wings

Beetle Wing Pin

These delicate yet strong natural beetle wings are from the Thai Emerald Beetle (sternaceras echisinata/acquisagnata). For years they have been used traditionally as jewelry and ornament. The wing is curved slightly toward the back, just as on the beetle. The beetles die after reproducing, and the Hill Tribes in the northern forests of Thailand consider them good luck and wear them in many manners.

Their natural iridescent color is just tremendous. Each one has a small hole in the wider end, ready to use in your project. Because these are so lightweight, they make wonderful earring components. Of course, each of these is different because they are natural. Wing sizes average around 1-1/4 inch long by 3/8 inch wide.

Imported from Thailand

19June2008

Price: 75¢ each

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10 Plastic Fruit Charms

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Package of 10 Fruit Charms

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Old fashioned plastic charms are always a favorite here at SilverCrow. So, when we found these little pieces of fruit, we were absolutely charmed - and we're sure you will be, too! These are 10 different charms including a bunch of 2 cherries, an apple, orange, plum, banana, lemon, a bunch of grapes, a leaf, a pear and another round red fruit that we just can't identify! Some of the hanging loops may need a little pin prick to open.

Why not buy two packs and create a pair of Carmen Miranda Earrings.

Imported
Packaged in USA

11June2008

Package of 10 Fruits

Price: $1.15 per Package

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Elegant Dark Green Blue Ceramic Guadalupe Pendant

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Dark Green Ceramic Guadalupe Pendant

Dark Green Ceramic Bracelet

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We absolutely fell in love with these when we saw the catalog. And when they actually arrived, we were even more delighted.

The ceramic pendant is a distressed forest green and features Our Lady of Guadalupe in relief. It measures 1-1/2 inch high (not including the loop) and about 3/4 inch wide. The detail is remarkable! It will look lovely on a simple cord or chain - or incorporate it in a beaded necklace of your own for a very special look!

Made in Brazil

9June2008

Out of Stock

Price: $3.99 each

 

Movable Articulated Skeleton Charm

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Silvery Articulated Movable Skeleton Charm or Pendant

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What fun! Add a black ribbon or a ball chain and voilà - a special Hallowe'en necklace! Add him to a bracelet or, even better dangle him with some black crystals for a special pair of spooky earrings!

This skeleton charm or pendant is articulated (movable) - in fact, he was so movable we had a heck of a time measuring him. With 13 joints - he'll move around, for sure!

When we finally got him to stand still, he measured 1/2 inch wide 1-1/2 inch tall (not including the loop or bail - they add another 1/2 inch to the height). The nicely sized bail is soldered to create a secure pendant. To make a charm, just remove the bail.

Made in USA or imported

9June2008

Price: $3.25 each

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Silvery Turkey Charm

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Silvery Turkey Charm

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Gobble-gobbling along, our Tom Turkey Charm is made of silvery medal. He measures 7/8 inch high by 1/2 inch wide. Thanksgiving items are rare, so you can imagine our delight when we discovered this great charm. Add it to a ribbon for an easy napkin ring (just tie a bow)! Or make a special Thanksgiving charm bracelet for your hostess.

Made in USA

9June2008

Price: $1.25 each

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High Fire Hands Beads (Left & Right)

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Mini High Fire Ceramic Hands

So very much detail is evident in this little set of hand beads. Measuring just a bit over 1/2 inch long by 1/4 inch wide and about 1/8 inch thick, these little hands are high fire ceramic - in a natural off-white finish with brown highlights, giving them an unglazed appearance. Each set is a pair of hands - one left and one right. The measurements are approximate as these are hand made and the color varies slightly due to the hand finishing process. Elegant little pairs of hands for your jewelry and art dolls are always fun to find.

And you'll especially appreciate the 0.8mm to 1.5mm hole for stringing or attaching is through the wrist. This allows you to more easily attach them to your art dolls.

Made In Peru

8June2008

Was: $4.75 Now: $3.25 Pair

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Vintage Style Stamping - Three Birds on a Branch

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Vintage Style Stamping - Three Birds on a Branch

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From an old tooling, the designer brings us three birds on a branch. This stamping is aged brass and really quite sweet. It measures 2-9/16 inches wide by 1-5/16 inch high.

Glue this to a larger stone, add a pin backing and voilà, a gorgeous brooch!

Made in USA

5June2008

Price: $3.70 Each

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Wooden Skull Bead

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Hand-Carved Wooden Skull Bead

One of our larger skull beads, this hand-carved skull is made of darkened wood in China. It's perfect for Day of the Dead and Hallowe'en projects - or, because of its rich color, it would be perfect in any earth-tone project. Because these beads are hand-carved, they are all different. Each one measures about 1 inch high by 15/16 wide. The hole runs from top to bottom.

Made in China

27May2008

Price: $2.45 each

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Sterling Silver Milagro Pierced Heart Charm

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Sterling Silver Milagro Heart Charm

The artisan who made these lovely charms is so very talented. Each is hand made and and formed lovingly in the tradition of generations of Mexican silversmiths. There is so much detail on this sturdy piece! Each is hand made, so please allow for slight variation. They are sturdy and substantial, yet they are appropriate for earrings. There is a slight curve the the heart so that it will sit nicely in any jewelry you fashion.

It measures a touch over 1-1/4 inch high by about 7/8 inch wide.

Made in Mexico

2June2008

Limited Availability

Price: $27.50 Each

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Pressed Blue/Black Glass Skull Bead

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Tiny Carved Black and Blue iridescent Glass - Skull Bead

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Measuring only 9/16 high by about 7/16 inch wide, our iridescent skull beads will certainly enhance any of your spooky jewelry or artwork. While this is really a black glass bead, the other side is finished with a bluish iridescence that almost glows!

The oval bead is drilled through from top to bottom - making this a great bead for earrings. The skull is carved into each side. Two beads are shown (one on each side).

Imported

2June2008

Price: 64¢ each

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Vintage-Style Oui Charm in Oxidized Brass

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Vintage-Style Oui Charm

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You might say Yes or you might say Oui. Why is it that everything sounds so much better in French - and, now it looks better, too? Measuring about 3/4 inch in diameter, our oxidized brass Oui charm has an antique feel. The oxidation brings out the detail in this quaint remembrance charm. Created from a 1950s original piece, the variation in the oxidation in the etching adds to the overall charm.

Made in USA

29May2008

Price: $2.55 each

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Vintage-Style Non Charm in Oxidized Brass

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Vintage-Style Non Charm

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Just say No or just say Non. Why is it that everything sounds so much better in French - and, now it looks better, too? Measuring about 3/4 inch in diameter, our oxidized brass Non charm has an antique feel. The oxidation brings out the detail in this quaint remembrance charm. Created from a 1950s original piece, the variation in the oxidation in the etching adds to the overall charm.

Made in USA

29May2008

Price: $2.55 each

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Golden Christ Pantocrator Charm or Medal

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Christ Pantocrator Charm or Medal

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Our golden charm features a resin portrait of Jesus in the style of the Orthodox religions. Typically called Christ Pantocrator, or the the Lord of All, the full-size image has been revered for centuries as an icon. Featured in this charm is Christ's visage in full and bight color on a golden charm.

Each charm is made of brass and then layered with gold. The image has been lacquered for protection. On the charm's reverse side is a cross with rays beaming around it. The filigree around the edges lends itself well to this style of charm. It measures 1-1/16 inch high (without the loop) and 3/4 inch wide.

Made in Russia

28May2008

Price: $4.80 each

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Sterling Silver Heart Charm: As the Crow Flies

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Sterling Silver Heart Charm: As the Crow Flies

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If only we too could fly

AS THE
CROW
FLIES

This sterling silver heart has a rugged look, as though it has been flying like the crows! It measures 1-1/8 inch long including the loop and just about 1 inch wide at its widest.

Add it to a ball chain or silken cord and make an instant necklace. Or, add it as a charm on your bracelet.

Made in USA

13May2008

Price: $10.65 each

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Vintage Military Component - Sergeant Stripes

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Vintage Brass Military Component - Sergeant Stripes

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Inspired by the military some time ago, this great vintage component is made of brass and has a worn patina. Of course, it can be polished be we like the vintage look, so we have left that up to you.

The piece measures 1-1/2 inch high by 7/8 inch wide.

Unknown Origin

12May2008

Vintage Item - Limited Availability

Price: $3.05 each

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Vintage Plastic Gun Charm

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Vintage Plastic Gun Charm

This great charms measure about 2 inches by 1 inch. They are molded on both sides (neither side is flat). Made of hard red plastic, they are sturdy and kitschy.

Imported

11May2008

Price: $2.18 each

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Circle of 25 Vintage White and Cream-Colored Buttons

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Circle of 25 White & Cream Colored Vintage Buttons

We've been collecting vintage buttons for years - and we just love a jar full of white and cream colored buttons on display - there is something so old fashioned and homey about it.

You can start your collections with this little bundle of 25 vintage white and cream-colored buttons. Some are made of plastic, but there others made of mother of pearl, celluloid and wood.

We've strung them on waxed linen cord for safekeeping. 6 bunches are shown for illustration only.

We think they look quite attractive just they way they are, but we're sure you'll want to separate them and use them for jewelry or embellishments.

Made in Many Places
Assembled in USA

6May2008

Package of 25 Buttons

Price: $1.65 per Circle

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Silvery Milagro Eye Charm

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Silvery Milagro Eye Charm

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While this is not really a milagro, it resembles one. Double eye milagros generally represent a connection to the popular Santa Lucia, who suffered blindness while being executed. In the end God restored her eyesight.

The single eye might also venerate St Lucy, but more likely, it represents the spirits watching over us. When added to the frame of a picture of a departed one, the eye acts as an angel's eye - watching over the spirit of the beloved ancestor. It may have some connection to the evil eye talismans, but this is not certain.

This little charm measures 5/8 inch wide by about 1/4 inch high without the loop.

Made in USA

6May2008

Out of Stock

Price: $1.30 each

Silvery Venus de Milo Charm

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Silvery Venus de Milo Charm

Michelangelo's David Charm

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Venus de Milo is also known as Aphrodite of Milos. She is an ancient Greek statue - in fact, one of the most recognizable sculptures in the world. Not too much is known of this glorious piece of art. Since it was found in the late 1800s, it has been believed that she is Venus (Roman) or Aphrodite (Greek).

Made of marble, she is slightly larger than life at 6-3/4 feet high. Her arms are missing as is her base. On display in the Louvre in Paris, there is much controversy over the sculptor, but it is thought to be Alexandros of Antioch because of an inscription on the her now missing plinth.

Our little charm is made of lead-free pewter and measures 1 inch high not including the loop and about 3/8 inch wide.

Made in USA

6May2008

Price: $1.75 each

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Vintage Plastic Tulip Components in 1-inch Square Plastic Case

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Vintage Plastic Tulips in 1-Inch Square Plastic Case

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Two little salmon-colored tulips are in a 1-inch plastic case. Even though they look wonderful as they are, we're sure you'll think of tons of things you can do with them once you remove them from the case. Each is flat-backed and can be painted if you like. These are made of hard plastic and similar flowers are still made today, but our little tulips are are vintage.

Unknown Origin

6May2008

Limited Availability - Vintage Item

Price: $1.65 per box of 2

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Faceted Garnet Glass & Silver Rosary Chain by the Inch

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Faceted Glass Garnet Rosary Chain

Add a clasp and you have a great necklace. Add a silver charm and you have a masterpiece. Our 8mm faceted garnet crystal beads are separated by silver chain for a vintage or modern look. Add just an inch or two to a special assemblage for a special look. Use several lengths to make a garnet tassel!

Our garnet chain is sold by the inch. Your selection will arrive all in one piece, any length you order. To separate, gently open a loop on one side of the chain and slip the other side off the loop. Then close the open loop.

Made in USA

1May2008

Price: 48¢ per Inch

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Small Hand-Painted Ceramic Sugar Skull Bead

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Small Hand-Painted Ceramic Sugar Skull Bead

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We can't tell you how much we love these beads! They truly represent the fantastically decorated sugar skulls and the large painted papier mâché skulls that are so popular for the Day of the Dead in Mexico.

Each bead is hand painted and fired for a striking appearance. As you can see from the illustration, no two are painted the same, so please let us choose one for you. We cannot offer a color choice, but we will be happy to try to honor your color request, if we can.

Several beads shown for illustration of the variability only. Each bead measures about 1 by 2 cm.

Made in Peru

24April2008

Out of Stock

Price: $2.05 each

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Pressed Green Glass Guadalupe Bead

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Tiny Pressed Green Glass - Guadalupe Bead

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Our tiny Guadalupe bead measures a scant 5/16 inch from top to bottom - a great size to add into a special necklace. This impressed glass bead features a delicate and radiant image of Guadalupe on each side of the bead. The gloriously green color is striking and soothing at once.

Imported

24April2008

Price: 42¢ each

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Tiny Composition Saint Medal

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Tiny composition Rectangle Saint Medal

Our tiny little composition medal is only about 1/2-inch high by 1/4-inch wide! Each special piece showcases a saint, Mary or Jesus in an amazingly clear likeness - especially for its size. We cannot promise a certain image, but we'll try to honor your request, or let SilverCrow choose one for you.

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Price: $1.25 each

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Small Plastic Rectangle Charm - Guadalupe

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Tiny Composition Rectangle Guadalupe Medal

Our tiny little composition medal is only about 1/2-inch high by 1/4-inch wide! Each special piece showcases a Our Lady of Guadalupe in an amazingly clear likeness - especially for its size.

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Large Metal Bird Component

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Silvery Metal Bird Component

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Such a sweet little birdy (we like to think it's a crow) will make a great focal point for a necklace or keychain. There is a single stringing hole at the top and three more at the bottom. The entire piece measures 1-7/8 inch high by 1-3/8 inch wide.

Made in USA

22April2008

Price: $7.85 each

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Vintage Plastic Elephant Charm in 1-inch square plastic case

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Vintage Plastic Elephant Charm in 1-inch Square Plastic Case

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Republicans, zoologists and animal lovers will adore this sweet little good-luck elephant with his trunk upturned in the classic Good Luck pose. The vintage charm itself is ivory colored and fits nicely in the new little 1-inch square plastic case.

Known for their strength and their memories as well as for their gigantic stature, the elephant has come to represent strength of character and loyalty.

Unknown Origin

29March2008

Limited Availability - Vintage Item

Price: $1.65 Each

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Antiqued Golden Menorah Charm

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Antiqued Golden Menorah Charm

This antiqued golden Menorah charm is a delicate representation of the symbol that lights the world.

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From Henri Matisse's La Musique - Bead Featuring a Woman with a Guitar

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From Henri Matisse's La Musique - Woman with Guitar Bead

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A striking little painting is featured on the face of this ceramic white rectangle bead. Detail of a woman in a blue dress playing a guitar from Matisse's La Musique is rendered on this focal component bead.

The original painting was created in 1939 and measured 45-3/8 inches square. Our little bead features part of the painting and measures 1 inch high by 3/4 inch wide. Stringing hole runs from side to side near the top of the bead, so wit will hang well.

Each bead is hand made, so please allow for some variation.

Made in Mexico

29March2008

Limited Availability - Discontinued by Artist

Price: $3.75 Each

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Handmade Glass Holly Charm

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Handmade Glass Holly Charm

Delightfully cheery any time of year, but perfect for the winter holidays, our little glass holly charm with berries and leaves might be just the right addition to your holiday artwork or jewelry project. These would make very nice Christmas earrings.

Each charm is hand made so please allow for some slight variation in size and color. It measures about 15mm wide. Because these are made of glass, be careful when using them - they are breakable. And, please be careful of the final project as well.

Imported

27March2008

Price: $1.60 each

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Silvery Devil Charm

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Silvery Devil Charm

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Our little devil charm measures about 1-1/4 inch high by 1/2 inch wide. He carries his pitchfork and his arrow-pointed tail curls around to the front of his cape. His cape flows so innocently about his back, that you might not notice the horns atop his head.

Made in USA

27March2008

Price: 95¢ each

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Silvery Swallow Charm

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Silvery Swallow Charm

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Of course we love flying birds, especially silvery ones, at SilverCrow. This little swallow measures about 1-7/8 inch high and 1-7/8 wide. Swallows do not have the stamina to fly very far, so they are often associated with staying close to home. Because of this, many sailors have chosen them as symbols in their tattoos.

Made in USA

27March2008

Price: 98¢ each

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Silvery Hearse Charm

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Silvery Hearse Charm

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The image of a 1963 hearse has been made into a charm. It measures about 25mm long. We know this is irreverent, but we liked the look of the vehicle, so we decided that it might just be the right addition to a special project.

Made in USA

27March2008

Out of Stock

Price: $1.75 each

Madonna Wooden Component

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Blue Madonna and Child Component

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This gorgeous image of the Madonna and Child is rendered in blues and other soft hues, that accent the loving image.

This component can be used as a bead as well. It is made of wood and features three holes that go from side to side. the holes are not visible, so you can easily use the component as a focal point in your artwork or shrine.

The component measures 1-1/2 inch high and 1 inch wide.

Imported

27March2008

Price: $2.85 each

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Package of 60+ Mixed Glass Charms

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Grabbag of 55+ Glass Charms

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You'll find mostly hearts and leaves - all kinds of leaves - in these great little bags of glass charms. Each with a hanging loop ready to use, the charms vary in color and size. This is a fantastic assortment - great for starting a collection for your collage or jewelry making. They also make nice additions to place cards, favors and all kinds of other artwork and crafts!

The illustration is representative of the assortment you'll receive because each selection is different. Please let us choose an assortment for you. Each 50-gram package contains 55 or more (usually 60 charms).

Assembled in USA from Imported Components

25March2008

Not Returnable

Package of 55 or More Charms

Price: $7.75 Per Package

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Poetry Beads

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White Poetry Beads (with Black Letters)

Also Available in Black with White Letters

Write a poem and wear it! These little poetry beads are perfect for your assemblage and collage projects and for making art jewelry! They are made of composition and, with 40 beads, you can let your creativity flow into any project - including school assignments!

Imported

16March2008

Package of 40 Beads

Price: $4.25

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Silvery Michelangelo's David Charm

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Silvery Michelangelo's David Charm

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Primitive and elegant at once, Michelangelo's David has long represented the ethereal masculine form. Our little charm (just about 1/3 inch by about 1-1/8 inch) nicely represents the original. Created of lead-free modern pewter, you'll be pleased to add this to a special Italian project, be it jewelry, assemblage or collage..

Made in USA

16March2008

 

Price: $1.75 each

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Tiny Plastic Bunny on Skis Charm

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Tiny Plastic Bunny with Skis Charm

He's only about 7/9 inch high, but he packs a lot of fun in that little yellow backpack of his! This little charm is a design from the early to mid-20th century and was hand-painted! Made of composition (an earlier plastic), he's as sweet as sweet can be walking along carrying his skis. He is 3D (not flat on the back) and sports an exciting green and red suit with black shoes!

These sweet little charms are created by a small family run company in Germany. Skilled artisans, using old-world techniques and plenty of time, have been creating these miniatures for over 70 years. The exquisite quality of these miniatures comes directly from the workmanship of the molds, tools and especially from the artisans who create them.

Made in Germany

26February2008

Price: $1.35 Each

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3d Die-Cut St Theresa Medal/Charm

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Saint Thérèse Charm

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Born to a middle-class French family in 1873, St. Thérèse (also known as St Theresa) lost her mother to cancer at a very young age. And, at 8, she was cured of a serious illness at age 8 when a statue of the Blessed Mother smiled at her.

Because of her modesty and empathy for others, she has come to be known as the patron saint of those who suffer from AIDS, of missions, religious freedoms and aircraft workers.

We love this little silvery medal because of the non-traditional shape and the extra detail. It measures about 23 mm high.

Imported

3December2007

Price: $1.50 each

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Madonna Bead

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Colorful Madonna and Child Bead

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We fell in love with this image of Madonna and Child. The colors are at once elegantly bright and earthen. The image is framed in silver metal with tiny accents at the top and bottom.

This vibrantly colored little bead measures about 3/4 inch high by 9/16 inch wide. There are two holes for stringing that travel through the bead from left to right.

Imported

22December2007

Price: $1.75 Each

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Silvery Medusa Bead

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Medusa Bead

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In Greek mythology, Medusa (Μέδουσα) is known as a guardian or protectress.  It has been said that Medusa was originally a beautiful nymph, wanted by many men, until she was raped by Poseidon in Athena's temple. And, Athena transformed Medusa's beautiful hair to serpents and she made her face so terrible to behold that the mere sight of it would turn those who gazed upon her into stone.

Medusa has, over time, represented both beauty and the grotesque at once. She has come to represent women's struggle against violence and many modern myths have been created about her.

Our Medusa bead measures 3/4 long and 5/16 wide, with a generous opening for your cord or wire from top to bottom - making her perfect for art dolls.

Made In USA

21February2008

Price: $3.75 each

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Mini Hand-Painted Ceramic Skull Bead with Flower Embellishments from Mexico

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Mini Hand-Painted Ceramic Skull Bead with Flower Accents

Small Skull Flower Beads

These little skulls coordinate nicely with with our other ceramic skull beads (mini, small & large). They resemble sugar skulls and the large painted papier mâché skulls that are so popular for the Day of the Dead. Each bead is hand painted and fired for a striking appearance. Each bead measures about 1/2 inch high. No two are painted the same, so please let us choose one for you. The stringing hole goes from top to bottom of the bead.

Three beads shown for illustration only.

Made in Peru

15February2008

Price: $1.25 each

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Easter Island Moai Statue Photo Bead

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Michelangelo's Creation Bead: God

From the ever so famous painting depicting Creation on the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel, the detail on this bead features God and some of his angels.

This little bead measure about 1/2 inch wide. There are two holes for stringing that travel through the bead from left to right.

Made in China

8February2008

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Price: 95¢ Each

Package of 12 Assorted Typewriter Keys Beads

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Typewriter Keys Beads

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This set of antique-style beads is so much fun. The 7/16-inch beads are finished in antiqued gold-finished metal. The tops are shiny black with aged cream colored lettering. The beads are assorted, so we cannot promise any certain letter, number, symbol or function key. There are several stringing holes allowing lots of possibilities when you use these in your artwork.

Imported

6February2008

Price: $9.99 Per Package

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Little Heart Clock Charm

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Little Natural Heart Clock Charm

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This little charm is perfect for any project involving love, time or a starry night. The image is framed in shiny zinc and the pale cream background that accents the black printing nicely. It measures 3/4 inch high including the loop and about 5/8 inch wide.

Imported

6February2008

Price: 95¢ each

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Heart Spinner Pendant or Charm

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Heart Spinner Pendant or Charm

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How cool is this? Our vintage-style spinner charm or pendant is actually fashioned from a 1950s vintage tooling! The brass oxidized coating on brass ensures a weighty piece. The center arrow is riveted and really does spin! The antiquing process assures that each piece will be a bit different in aged appearance.

Use this clever pendant/charm as a part of a Valentine or love project. Or, let it help you find out if you are loved! It is labeled alternatively around the heart

YES - NO

and in the middle, above and below the center:

LOVE
ME

Including the hanging loop, the heart measures about 1-3/8 inch long and about 1-5/16 inch wide.

Made in USA or Imported

4February2008

Price: $4.00 Each

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Hand Carved Bone Eagle Head Pendant

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Hand-Carved Bone Eagle Head Pendant

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High-quality detailed carving is featured in this wonderful pendant or focal component. You can use it in your jewelry-making, of course, or as a head for an art doll. There will be some variation if you order more than one as these are entirely hand made.

It measures approximately 2 inches by 3/4 inch. Two pendants shown for illustration only.

Imported

6February2008

Price: $4.10 each

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Little Zinc Accented Natural Heart Clock Bead

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Natural Heart Clock Bead

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This little bead is perfect for any project involving love, time or a starry night. The image is framed in shiny zinc and the pale cream background accents the black printing nicely.

Thread your bead cord from side to side. It measures about 1/2 inch wide by 1/2 inch high.

Made in China

4February2008

Price: 87¢ Each

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White Hand-Painted Totem Pole Bead

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Ceramic Totem Pole Bead

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This awesome bead features a Northwest American Indian style Totem Pole with wings. It is hand made and hand-painted with subtle tones. Because of its elegance, we think it would be a great focal point for a necklace on a leather cord, or for your Native American Indian artwork.

It measures about 1-3/8 by 1-3/4 inches.

These beads are imported. They are not Native American Indian produced, a Native American Indian product or the product of a particular Native American Indian, Native American Indian Tribe or Native American Indian Arts and Crafts Organization.

Hecho en Peru

4February2008

Price: $1.45 Each

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Semi-Precious Stone Inlaid Globe Bead - Malachite 10mm

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Inlaid Malachite Globe Bead

This beautiful little 10mm bead is absolutely amazing! It boasts brass latitude and longitude lines. The oceans are real malachite. The continents are of jasper, quartz and other semi­precious stones. Its size also lends its use in smaller jewelry projects!

Of course this would be lovely on a silken or leather cord, but, better yet, why not use it in a very special travel or dream assemblage. Because it is a bead, it could be easily made into a globe with a few twists of wire!

Two beads shown for illustration only.

Made in USA

4February2008

Price: $2.85 each

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Ceramic Gnome Bead

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Ceramic Gnome or Elf Bead

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Gnome Soap

He's a bit cuter than that traveling gnome on the television commercials - at least we think so. This little elf or gnome bead is made by hand and then painted by hand, too. He can sit on top of your computer, in an assemblage, memory box or other project. Or, just use him as he was  intended - as a bead. The stringing hole runs from right to left through his little red cap.

He measures about 1 inch high by about 3/4 inch wide.

Hecho en Peru

3February2008

Price: $1.85 Each

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Chain by the Inch - Pastel Glass Beads & Silvery Chain

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Pastel Glass Bead Rosary Chain with Silvery Links

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Add a clasp and you have a great necklace. Add a silvery charm or medal and you have a masterpiece. Our little pastel beads are separated by silvery chain for a trendy linked bead chain look. These subtly colored beads have a shimmery effect that adds an even more special touch!

Add just an inch or two to a special assemblage for a special look. We've used another color of this on our Sample Simple Wooden Altar Nicho. Use several lengths to make a special tassel - beads and chain are not just for jewelry anymore!

Our pastel glass rosary chain is sold by the inch. Your selection will arrive all in one piece, any length you order. To separate, gently open a loop on one side of the chain and slip the other side off the loop. Then close the open loop.

Made in India

3February2008

Price: 25¢ per Inch

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Silvery Reach for the Stars Charm

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Reach for the Stars Charm

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What better advice than this:

REACH FOR THE STARS

This lovely charm is fashioned from lead-free pewter and measures about 7/8 inch high by 5/8 inch wide. The hanging loop is in the ba