These attractive Czech Cathedral style beads from Preciosa feature smooth ends often of a complimentary color. Crafted from superior quality Czech glass, these beads are molded into their desired shape and then coated in a color. The bead is then faceted and fire polished around the center, leaving the ends coated in color to create a beautiful glass treasure! Some cathedral beads are not dipped in color, but most are. Cathedral beads are perfect for adding a tasteful vintage feel to your jewelry designs. Cathedral beads also are quite popular in rosary designs.  Standard size drill hole is approx. 1mm.