Contemporary Beads & Castings Inc. originated in 1990 as a wholesale source for bead distributors, jewelry designers and bead and craft stores. The company specializes in lead safe base metal cast items. The range of base metal components includes pewter beads, clasps, spacers, charms, pendants, bookmarks and other components that are sold to jewelry designers, craft stores and a number of other industries. These items are offered in a variety of plated finishes including gold, silver, brass, copper, gunmetal, etc.