Gemstone Beads
The history of gemstone beads is a captivating journey through time, reflecting humanity's enduring fascination with the natural world's beauty and mystery. The earliest gemstone beads, dating back to around 5,000 BCE, were crafted from lapis lazuli, carnelian, turquoise, and jade, prized for their vibrant colors and mystical properties. Ancient Egyptians, renowned for their jewelry-making prowess, meticulously fashioned beads from these precious stones, often incorporating them into elaborate necklaces, bracelets, and amulets meant to protect the wearer in both life and the afterlife. The Silk Road facilitated the exchange of gemstone beads, spreading lapis lazuli from Afghanistan, jade from China, and amethyst from Greece across continents. During the Middle Ages, gemstone beads adorned religious artifacts and royal regalia, symbolizing divine favor and earthly power. Today, gemstone beads continue to be cherished for their beauty, cultural significance, and believed metaphysical properties, embodying a rich heritage that spans millennia.
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Malay Jade Purple 10mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Purple (Dyed Quartzite) 10mm Round Beads (~38 pce Strand) - 38 cm /15" Strand Approximate.$6.15 -
Malay Jade Purple 8mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Purple (Dyed Quartzite) 8mm Round Beads (~48 pce Strand) - 38 cm /15" Strand Approximate.$5.95 -
Malay Jade Purple 6mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Purple (Dyed Quartzite) 6mm Round Beads (~66 pce Strand) - 38 cm /15" Strand Approximate.$4.10
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Malay Jade Light Blue 8mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Light Blue (Dyed Quartzite) 8mm Round Gemstone Beads (~48pce Strand) - 38cm /15" Approximate Strand.$6.80Out of stock
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Malay Jade Light Blue 6mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Light Blue (Dyed Quartzite) 6mm Round Gemstone Beads (~63pce Strand) - approximately 38 cm /15" Strand.$5.30Out of stock
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Malay Jade Light Blue 4mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Light Blue (Dyed Quartzite) 4mm Round Gemstone Beads (~96pce Strand) - 38 cm /15" Strand.$4.80
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Malay Jade Amethyst Faceted 8mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Amethyst Faceted (Dyed Quartzite) 8mm Round Beads (~50pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$6.30 -
Malay Jade Blue Faceted 6mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Blue (Dyed Quartzite) Faceted 6mm Round Gemstone Beads (~60pce Strand) - 40 cm /16'" Strand.$5.95 -
Malay Jade Yellow 4mm Round Beads
Malay Jade Yellow (Dyed Quartzite) 4mm Round Beads (~100pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$3.85