The width of the bead is 8mm; blown beaded chain strand with brass pin connectors- great for your lamp projects. The sale is for 5 foot length of the bead strand length ONLY and there are a total of 25 beads in one foot of this bead chain (125 in the 5 feet length) ~ they look brighter under the light or sun. Brass shows age with dark patina on the brass metal; Great condition, no chips or cracks.