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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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Matte Black Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (10mm)

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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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Caramel Round Carnelian Beads (7mm, Set of 100)

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This gorgeous pack of natural Gemstone Carnelian Beads is perfect for creating a translucent pop of color in you jewelry designs. You can string th...

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Round Dark Green Nephrite Jade Beads (10mm)

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This stunning strand of Nephrite Jade Beads is an excellent addition to any jewelry maker's collection. These gemstone beads are polished to perfec...

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Rough Labradorite Nugget Beads

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Admire these beautiful raw gemstone beads made from rough labradorite stone. Labradorite is often referred to as a ‘Stone of Magic’. It is believed...

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Caramel Round Carnelian Beads (5mm, Set of 100)

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

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Lavender Flat Interlocking Snake Agate Beads (6mm)

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Take a look at these enticing interlocking snake beads. Modeled after traditional Czech snake beads, newer beads like this are durable and very eas...

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Round Blue Apatite Beads (10mm)

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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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Rustic Rectangular Afghan Amazonite Beads

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Amazonite, also known as Amazon stone, was first identified near the Amazon river in South America. These beautiful Amazonite stone beads come in a...

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Faceted Saucer Garnet Beads (5mm)

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Flat Oval Lapis Lazuli Beads (8-10mm)

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Indulge your eyes in these beautiful lapis lazuli beads. The mineral rich landscape of Asia has been a source of treasured stones for at least thre...

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Premium Round Striped Tibetan Agate Beads (6mm)

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Take a moment to admire these uniquely crafted Striped Tibetan Agate Beads. These beads come to us all the way from the mountains of Tibet. Tibetan...

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Green Turquoise Rondelle Beads (4mm)

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Check out this amazing strand of high-quality stone beads made of authentic turquoise. This brilliant and unique color will add an unmistakable acc...

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Dark Antiqued Tibetan Agate Oval Beads (27x18mm)

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Admire the details of this exceptional strand of hand-patterned tibetan agate beads fashioned in a oval shape. Each bead shows its own unique chara...

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Silver Metallic Round Hematite Beads (12mm)

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These beads are made of hematite stone. Hematite is said to reduce anxiety, tension, and stress and can be used to facilitate awareness, and encour...

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Coral-Style Afghan Stone Cylinder Beads (4mm)

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Jumbo Copper Color Diamond Cut Beads (9mm)

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Round Lapis Lazuli Beads (8mm)

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Indulge your eyes in these exquisite lapis lazuli beads, sourced from a premium vintage stock. For centuries, lapis has been treasured for its deep...

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Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (4mm)

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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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Turquoise-Style Oval Stone Beads (30x10mm)

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Round Red Jasper Beads (20mm)

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Diamond Garnet Beads (8mm)

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Turquoise-Style Afghan Stone Cylinder Beads (2.5mm)

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Round Natural Agate Stone Beads (10mm)

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Silver Hematite Interlocking Snake Beads (4mm)

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Add a vintage chrome look to your beading and home design projects with these exceptional Silver Hematite Snake Beads! Silver Hematite Beads like t...

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