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What is an Ojime bead?
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An ojime bead is a handcrafted decorative bead that is used in carrying cases. These beads are carved into specific shapes or feature images. They originated in Japan, and ojime in Japanese means “cord fastener.” The beads are usually 1 inch or less in diameter.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 19, 2021
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Pair Of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ojime Beads
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Japanese enamel Ojime beads. The circular shaped beads are adorned with polychrome floral
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ojime Beads
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Japanese enamel Ojime beads. The circular shaped beads are adorned with polychrome floral
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ojime Beads
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Japanese enamel Ojime beads. The circular shaped beads are adorned with polychrome floral
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ojime Beads
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Japanese enamel Ojime beads. The circular shaped beads are adorned with polychrome floral
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sterling Silver
Pair Of Japanese Cloisonne Enamel Ojime Beads
Located in New York, NY
A pair of Japanese enamel Ojime beads. The circular shaped beads are adorned with polychrome floral
Category
Antique 19th Century Japanese Loose Gemstones
Materials
Sterling Silver
Michael Kneebone Mixed Metal Ojime Bead Dangle Earrings
By Michael Kneebone
Located in Austin, TX
Mixed metal ojime beads are featured in these whimsical dangle earrings. The beads come in the
Category
2010s American Contemporary Dangle Earrings
Materials
Diamond, Freshwater Pearl, Mixed Metal