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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Blue Aventurine 4mm Round Beads
Blue Aventurine Stone Round 4mm Beads - 38cm /15" Strand.$6.15 -
Blue Aventurine 6mm Round Beads
Blue Aventurine Stone Round 6mm Beads - 38cm /15" Strand.$6.40 -
Blue Aventurine 8mm Round Beads
Blue Aventurine Stone Round 8mm Beads - 38cm /15" Strand.$8.95
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Blue Aventurine 10mm Round Beads
Blue Aventurine Stone Round 10mm Beads - 38cm /15" Strand.$10.95 -
Blue Aventurine 12mm Round Beads
Blue Aventurine Stone Round 12mm - 38cm /15" Strand.$11.95 -
Blue Aventurine Chip Beads
Blue Aventurine Gemstone Chips 5x8mm (~160pce Strand) - 91cm/36'" Strand.$7.15
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Blue Aventurine 8x12mm Centre Drilled Nuggets Beads
Blue Aventurine 8x12mm Centre Drilled Nugget Beads (~56 pce Strand~) - 40cm /16'" Strand.$8.95Out of stock
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Blue Aventurine Small Nuggets Beads 8mm
Blue Aventurine Small Nugget Beads approximately 8mm (~46 pce Strand) ~38cm strand.$8.95