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Alligator Beads | Hand Painted Peruvian Ceramic | Reptile Animal Jewelry Supplies

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Some designers build an entire piece around one unforgettable bead, and this alligator is exactly that bead. Hand-shaped and hand-glazed in Peru, each one carries the animal's armored hide and long, toothy jaw in bright kiln-fired color.

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At 1.5 inches long and 0.625 inch wide, it is a genuinely substantial component — a set of four weighs about 16.9 grams of solid ceramic. The 2–3mm channel runs the full length of the body and takes leather cord, heavy thread, and most common stringing wire. That scale makes the gator a natural centerpiece: one at the middle of a necklace, or a single dramatic drop per earring that swings with real presence.

These suit swamp-and-bayou themes, Florida souvenirs, zookeeper gifts, reptile-lover jewelry, and kids' designs that want a touch of friendly menace. Because each bead passes through an individual artisan's brush, expect small differences from one to the next — the signature of handwork, never a defect.

Each set of four covers matched earrings with two focal beads to spare.

Product Alligator Beads | Hand Painted Peruvian Ceramic | Reptile Animal Jewelry Supplies - Bead
Material Peruvian Ceramic
Size 1-1/2" x 5/8"
Weight 16.912 grams
Style 3D
Hole Size 2-3mm
Condition New, Handmade
Country of Origin Handmade in Peru

Charm Dimensions

Most Xinar charms measure approximately 10–25 mm including bail. Sizes vary by design — check each product's specifications above for exact measurements.

Chain Length Reference

Length Style Where it sits
16" / 41 cm Choker Sits close to the base of the neck
18" / 46 cm Standard Falls at the collarbone — most popular
20" / 51 cm Matinee Rests just below the collarbone
24" / 61 cm Opera Falls near the top of the bust
30" / 76 cm Rope Long layering length, mid-torso

Our sterling silver charms pair well with 18" chains — the most versatile everyday length.

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Based on 2 reviews

Nov 11, 2025

Super cute and perfect for my Florida gators bracelet!

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Aug 5, 2025

I love the alligator crocodile beads. So cool

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