The current market offers a wide variety of metal beads, catering to diverse consumer preferences and needs. In addition to the common gold, silver, copper, stainless steel, and titanium steel, alloy beads also occupy a niche in the market. Alloy beads, typically made from a blend of various metals, are relatively low-cost yet offer a wide variety of colors and shapes. For example, some alloy loose beads produced in Wuzhou, Guangxi, come in square tube shapes, gold-plated or silver-plated to create a variety of colors, including gold and silver. Sizes range from 22mm to 66mm, satisfying the diverse needs of DIY enthusiasts. There are also styles like large-hole flat beads and large-hole round beads, creating unique decorative effects for necklaces, bracelets, and hairpins.
When categorized by bead shape, the world of metal beads is even more diverse. There are round and smooth beads, which are the most basic and classic shape. They can be strung together into simple necklaces alone, or paired with beads of other shapes to play a role of transition and balance; square beads have strong lines, which add a sense of neatness and fashion to beaded works, and are often used in modern minimalist style jewelry design; special-shaped beads break the rules, and their irregular appearance is full of artistic sense. For example, some hand-crafted metal beads have unique textures or carvings on the surface. Each one is unique and suitable for consumers who pursue individuality and want to show unique taste.
