anybody know where I can get spares of these beads?

[solarbird]

A piece of costuming that I use for some gigs – mostly Leannan Sidhe gigs – threw one of the ring-type beads that are used in tying up the front. It’s just flat gone – no sign of it – so I need a replacement.

I think they’re shell. I’ve been a few places trying to match them with no joy and with the stores not having anywhere to suggest. So… any crafters or beaders out there seen these recently?

Failing that, anybody have a similar? I was thinking maybe niobium – but I’d rather keep what’s there now if I can. (Also, I haven’t seen any that would work.)

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Looks like they might be golden lip shell. Get circular/oval discs and drill out the center?

[solarbird]

I'm hoping to avoid drilling, since the ones currently there are not obviously drilled and ones I drill probably would be. But I'll definitely keep this as a backup plan. Several people have suggested Fire Mountain; they're clearly a good resource and I will do some scrounging there. Thanks!