Armadillo Beads Hand Painted Ceramic Peruvian Ceramic | Jewelry Making Supplies | Handmade in Peru

Painted plates ring the body of this inch-long bead, echoing the segmented armor that gives the real animal its name. One unusual detail: the stringing hole runs vertically from back to belly rather than nose to tail, so the armadillo hangs upright like a small pendant instead of lying flat along a strand.

That orientation makes these naturals for charm bracelets, zipper pulls, and necklace drops where you want the full silhouette visible. The 2–3mm hole accommodates cord, leather lace, or a jump ring with room to spare.

Strung among desert-toned beads — sand, terracotta, turquoise — a set of four makes a Southwest-flavored piece with real personality. Texans, take note: your state's small mammal finally has jewelry representation.