The title line in eBay auctions used to have only 45 characters. This is one reason why such names hang on. I remember a discussion between Kirk and myself on the old nbs that was entertaining to say the least. Around the so-called "Pink Pineapple" trade bead. If not for the handy nic-name which all fans recognize, we would be stuck with "Wound Opaque Pink Oblate Trail Decorated Fancy Bead With Dots Inside of Trailed Diamond Shapes" which is even more difficult to assimilate...and would never fit onto a title line...so please realize I retain my sense of humor!

I really don't have a problem with basic "market names" for beads when they are used with honest intent to describe. The problem is when these "campfire names" are used on beads they were not originally intended for, or for the cheap imitations of them, just to deceive and/or inflate value. Sorry if we sound a bit irritable; the subject has been discussed extensively over the last 5 years and a total of 4 separate forums. However, I understand the fact that it is a new subject for many, and appreciate the interest. The campfires are still a smolderin'...