These are from Peru and are ceramic. They are large --not a small beabs at all.The hole runs top to bottom. Could also be used in minature farms set maybe ? They are about at highest part --3/4 inch tall and 1 inch across. They are valued at 6.00 for the 3. I am looking to trade preferably for unusual glass / ceramic art beads. I really would like some of the glass "bumpy /knobby beds" (cash works too ):P