Contemporary Beads & Castings Inc. originated in 1990 as a wholesale source forï¿½bead distributors, jewelry designers and bead and craft stores. The company specializes inï¿½lead safe base metal cast items. The range of base metal components includes pewter beads,ï¿½clasps, spacers, charms, pendants, bookmarks and other components that are sold to jewelryï¿½designers, craft stores and a number of other industries. These items are offered in aï¿½variety of plated finishes including gold, silver, brass, copper, gunmetal, etc.