This sterling silver Peapod Seed Bead has been created by Idaho Silversmith and Garden Grower JC Caccia in honor of the amazing, life-replenishing potential inherent in seeds. The peapod design depicted on this bead is in appreciation of the sweet flavor of fresh-picked peas. It was also designed in honor of Gregor Mendel (1822-1884) who was an avid gardener and amateur plant breeder. Mendel, through 20 years of careful observation and accurate record-keeping in his pea garden, was able to understand the foundations of genetic expression and trait probabilities based on the dominant/recessive gene identification. 
30" Green linen cord included.