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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Sage Amethyst 8mm Round Beads
Sage Amethyst Gemstone Beads 8mm Round ~38cm/15" strands.$10.95 -
Lepidolite 10mm Round Beads
Lepidolite Gemstone Round 10mm Beads ~38cm/15" Strand.$15.95 -
Sage Amethyst 10mm Round Beads
Sage Amethyst Gemstone Round 10mm Beads ~38cm/15" strands.$13.95
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Amethyst 8mm Round Beads
Amethyst Gemstone Round Approximately 8mm ~38cm /15" Strand.$22.95 -
Ametrine 8mm Round Beads
Ametrine 8mm Round Gemstone Beads (~50pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.$18.50 -
Dyed Lava Rock Purple 8mm Round Beads
Dyed Lava Rock Purple 8mm Round Stone Beads (approx. 50pce Strand) ~40cm /16'" Strand.$3.70
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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 -
Lepidolite (A Grade) 10mm Round Beads
Lepidolite (A Grade) Stone Round Lepidolite 10mm Aproximatley 38cm /15" Strand$19.00 -
Sage Amethyst Matte 8mm Round Beads
Sage Amethyst Matte/Frosted Gemstone Round 8mm temporary strung 38cm (approx) strands.$13.95Out of stock
