These vintage hand made beads were produced by skilled workers in Japan back in the early 1970's. Labeled ""CHERRY BRAND,"" many are still strung on their original hanks and wrapped in their original tissue. Each hank is 2 gross (24 dozen) of beads, but are offering them as individual strands of 36 pieces each. Since each one is a unique work of art, you should expect some variation in color and shape. Note: These beads have not been tested for lead and should not be used in products intended to be used by children.