La Bella Mandolin strings are made with silver-plated copper wire, hand-wound over an inner steel core. This traditional design creates mandolin strings that are soft to the touch and produce a sweet tone.. 8-String Set (2 of each string) Loop-ends Medium Tension String Gauges: Plain Steel: .010P, .014P; Silver-Plated Wound: .024W, .038W Made in the USA with American Wire Packaged using MAP Technology (Modified Atmosphere Packaging) to prevent tarnishing and ensure freshness