A selection of faience beads has been analyzed for 22 elements using neutron activation analysis with a view to distinguishing the provenance of individual specimens. Complete specimens were irradiated for 48 hours in a thermal neutron flux of 1.5 X 10up>1up>2 neutrons cmup>-up>2 secup>-up>1. Samples were counted 2-6 days after irradiation from approximately 10up>4 sec and again about 30 days after irradiation for approximately 3 X 10up>4 sec. The results show that the tin content in beads from British sites is significantly higher than in those from other areas. Consideration is given to copper-tin bronze as the source of the tin but no final conclusion is reached.