*Pack of 1000 is recommended if you are seeking to make several bracelets Beautiful HIGH QUALITY 18KT Gold Filled 2.5mm Beads for jewelry making. These beads are perfect for making bracelets or necklaces that are long lasting & resemble solid gold pieces. These beads are durable & a great alternative to solid gold jewelry. These beads can be showered with & made to be worn daily. Proper jewelry care is always recommended for all non solid gold items. Our gold filled beads have the same gold tone as solid gold. Therefore, it is the best alternative to solid gold jewelry. Fast shipping: Most orders are shipped either same day or 1-2 business days. Hole size: 1.2-1.5mm International shipping: Shipping rates, taxes, customs may apply depending on your location. International shipments always take longer than domestic shipping & varies upon location. We have no control over the shipping process once it departs our country. But will help as best as we can if an issue every arises!