These gemstone beads have two facings, each with the image of a carved scarab beetle. The ancient Egyptians considered the scarab to be sacred and used carved scarab images to convey ideas of transformation, renewal, and resurrection. With a large hole size of 2.25mm, these beads can be used with cords, chains and more. Since each bead is the result of handcrafted lapidary work every one is unique and you should expect some natural variation in color, finish, carving and sizing.