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Gemstone Beads

Gemstone beads are treasured by many. The power and symbolism of color is central to the cultures of many indigenous tribes in Africa. From the speckled whites and grays of Bauxite Beads which mark the acceptance of a newborn into Krobo society, to the deep reddish brown of Carnelian which symbolizes vitality and fertility, it's no wonder that certain stones are considered invaluable among some tribal cultures. But, African Gemstone Beads aren't just prized for their aesthetic beauty and rarity. Tribes such as the Yoruba also place great value upon certain types of gemstones owing to their former use as early currency. Through early trade routes, there was considerable influx of natural Gemstone Beads such as agate, carnelian and turquoise; stones which were often traded with Yoruban and Bedouin chiefs in exchange for furs, art and slaves.

Unsurprisingly, the collectible value of African Gemstone Beads inspired many artisans to produce counterfeit copies from other less precious materials - the Ancient Egyptians being a great example. After exhausting many of their own turquoise mines, they looked to another material with similar properties: jasper. The vast majority of African Turquoise Beads sold today are produced from this mineral. Bauxite, favored for its reddish-brown marbled appearance, was also used throughout the trade era to produce faux Carnelian Beads, and remains a popular element among native jewelry crafters today.

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Green Turquoise-Style Afghan Stone Saucer Beads (4mm)

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Matte Round Creek Jasper Beads (10mm)

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Creek Jasper is a captivating style of jasper known for its vibrant hues of green, red and yellow. It is mainly found in areas of Africa, China and...

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Round Green Aventurine Beads (6mm)

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Aventurine is a form of quartz and is considered to be the "Stone of Opportunity." Often said to enhance prosperity and wealth, this green gemstone...

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Round Pink Aventurine Beads (6mm)

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Aventurine stone is known in the gemstone world as one of the luckiest stones. Pink aventurine is believed by some to inspire positive thinking in ...

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Light Blue Turquoise-Style Afghan Stone Cylinder Beads (2mm)

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Round Green Aventurine Beads (8mm)

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Aventurine is a form of quartz and is considered to be the "Stone of Opportunity." Often said to enhance prosperity and wealth, this green gemstone...

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Coral Red Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (6mm)

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Take a look at this great strand of sea sediment jasper beads. In some traditions, Jasper is said to empower the spirit and provide energy to those...

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Antiqued Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (10mm)

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These natural beads are made using dried lava. They are then electroplated to take on this beautiful metallic finish! Lava is a form of molten rock...

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Middle Eastern Turquoise Beads, Single 14 Inch Strand

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Hard to come by - look at these beautiful beads made of prized turquoise from southwestern Asia. It is rare to find such beautiful and genuine turq...

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Tiny Blue Turquoise Saucer Heishi Beads (2mm)

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The colorful blue tones of these tiny turquoise beads are fun and lively. Turquoise stone beads are popular all around the world and can help to ad...

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Round White Jade Beads (6mm)

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White Jade is a form of Nephrite jade considered by many as a calming and grounding stone. People often believe that it protects its wearer from ne...

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Blue Agate Interlocking Snake Beads (6mm)

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These interlocking beads are carved from agate in a shape that resembles snake vertebrae. The shape is common to vintage Czech beads which were use...

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Brown Jade Tiny Heishi Beads (4mm)

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These beautiful tiny heishi beads are made of authentic brown jade stone from the mines of Afghanistan. Each unique strand is about 13 inches long ...

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Round Onyx Beads (6mm)

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These Onyx Beads are perfect for use in all your jewelry making and design projects. Onyx will add a luxurious and classic look to your necklaces, ...

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Round Lapis Lazuli Beads (8mm, Set of 100)

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These Lapis Lazuli Gemstone Beads feature a natural textured dark blue color that will add a chic touch of elegance to any design or home decor pro...

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Rainbow Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (4mm)

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Faceted Diamond Cut Amazonite Beads (6mm)

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Matte Round Sodalite Beads (4mm)

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Like the pattern of clouds billowing in a blue sky, these Sodalite beads are made from natural mineral stone. The matte finish of these spherical b...

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Round African Turquoise Beads (6mm)

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Check out this amazing strand of stone beads made from "African turquoise", which is sourced from African jasper mines. This brilliant and unique c...

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Round Onyx Beads (8mm)

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These Onyx Beads are the ideal addition for any jewelry project. This stone material is specifically crafted for its deep black color, creating a s...

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Cylindrical Nepali Turquoise Beads (4x3mm)

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Indulge your eyes in these beautiful turquoise beads brought to you from the mountainous wilds of Nepal. Cut from the brilliant blue Turquoise ston...

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Faceted Diamond Cut Amazonite Beads (10mm)

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Ocean Aqua Turquoise Heishi Beads (3mm)

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Introducing a stunning set of Ocean Aqua Turquoise Heishi Beads that have been expertly cut and polished in Afghanistan. These gorgeous beads are p...

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Rainbow Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (6mm)

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