Preciosa Bicone Perlen

FAQS

Bicone beads are shaped like two cones joined at their widest point, giving them a diamond-like outline. Their angled facets bounce light in all directions, which is why they’re a go-to bead for jewellery making. You might also see Preciosa bicones called “rondelle beads”, as that’s the name Preciosa uses in its own catalogue.

We stock them in 3mm, 4mm, 5mm and 6mm. 3mm is great for fine bead weaving, 4mm works for almost any jewellery project, and 5mm and 6mm add more impact to statement pieces.

The holes are approximately 0.85mm on 3mm beads, 0.9mm on 4mm beads and 1.2mm on 5mm and 6mm beads. If you’re stringing onto yarn or a thicker cord, the 5mm and 6mm sizes are your best bet.

Both are genuine, precision-cut crystal with a fabulous sparkle. Preciosa is made in the Czech Republic and offers a huge range of colours and finishes, while Swarovski is a premium Austrian brand known for its luxury finish. If you’d like to compare, take a look at our Swarovski bicone beads.

Yes! They’re a fun way to add sparkle to crochet and knitting. Go for the 5mm or 6mm sizes, which have the largest holes, and use crochet cotton or a fine yarn with a beading needle or threader to get them on. Clear and AB shades look gorgeous on crochet crowns, while brighter colours bring a pop of colour to amigurumi.

Most of our Preciosa bicone beads are ordered for you and usually dispatched within 2-3 working days. In the unlikely event that a colour is in production at Preciosa, it can take up to 4 weeks. You’ll find the dispatch details on each product page, and our team is always happy to check timings for you.