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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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Antiqued Brass Electroplated Lava Beads (12mm)

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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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Blue Aqua Sea Sediment Jasper Chip Beads

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Great strand of sea sediment jasper beads. In some traditions, Jasper is said to empower the spirit and provide energy to those who hold it. The be...

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Matte Blue Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (6mm)

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Round Almandine Garnet Beads (2mm)

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This strand of purple hued Garnet beads will add subtle beauty and color to almost any design project. Each bead has an almost magical purple and r...

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Round Non-Magnetic Hematite Beads (5mm)

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Take a look at these polished non-magnetic Hematite Beads. These durable beads will help add a fun and mysterious vibe to your custom jewelry desig...

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Purple Round Druzy Agate Beads (8mm)

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Fun and easy to work with, these colorful Druzy Agate Stone Beads are a great choice for creative and custom jewelry designs. The name Druzy genera...

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Light Green Turquoise Rondelle Beads (6mm)

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Check out this amazing strand of stone beads made of REAL turquoise. This brilliant and unique color will add an unmistakable accent to your jewelr...

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Afghan Lapis Sphere Beads (10mm)

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These unique Lapis beads are made from authentic lapis stone mined and polished in Afghanistan. Look carefully and you can see the veins of Pyrite ...

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Caramel Round Carnelian Beads (4mm, Set of 100)

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This gorgeous pack of Dark Carnelian Beads is perfect for creating a translucent pop of color to you jewelry designs. You can string these beautifu...

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Carnelian Agate Disk Beads (10-20mm)

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With their standout orange color and chip-style shape, these Carnelian Agate Beads are a great way to bring warmth to your beading projects. These ...

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Round Leopard Jasper Beads (8mm)

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Here we have a beautiful strand of leopard skin jasper beads in a rondelle shape. These fun, organic beads are made from natural gemstone and measu...

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Earthy Green Cylindrical Heishi Turquoise Beads (4mm)

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Cylindrical Turquoise Heishi Beads (4mm)

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Tiny Green Serpentine Bicone Beads (3x2mm)

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Indulge your eyes in these beautiful serpentine beads brought to you from the mountainous wilds of Afghanistan. The mineral rich landscape of Centr...

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Matte Round Black Crackled Agate Beads (6mm)

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These Black Crackled Agate beads are distinguished by the crackled pattern on their surface. The agate stone used to make these beads may be heated...

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Light Blue Turquoise-Style Stone Saucer Beads (2.5-3mm)

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Matte Black Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (6mm)

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Round Snowflake Obsidian Beads (10mm)

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These striking Snowflake Obsidian Beads will add a unique look to your jewelry. These black gemstone beads have a naturally occurring glassy textur...

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Faceted Beige Afghan Calcite Beads (6-8mm)

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Calcite is often known as the stone of emotional intelligence. It is naturally found in deposits from hot springs, caverns, and volcanic-derived ro...

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Green Volcanic Lava Beads (10mm)

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Lava is one of the oldest and most frequently found stones in the world. Some consider lava to be a healing stone and believe it to provide a calmi...

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Red Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (8mm)

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Take a look at the vibrant strand of red Sea Sediment Jasper Beads. The beautiful marbled pattern on each bead is unique and distinctive. These are...

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Round Blue Apatite Beads (3-4mm)

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Apatite is a beautiful natural stone most commonly found in Brazil, Myanmar, and Mexico. Known for its beautiful color, it is considered by some to...

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Blue Round Druzy Agate Beads (14mm)

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Dark Turquoise-Style Afghan Stone Rice Beads (8x3mm)

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