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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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Authentic Turquoise Faceted Stone Beads

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Speckled Round Carnelian Beads (8mm)

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This vibrant strand of Carnelian Beads will bring life to any design project. Crafted from beautiful, multi-tonal orange carnelian stone, the beads...

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Half-Drilled Round Malachite Beads (5mm, Set of 100)

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Take a look at these stunning Malachite stone Beads. Malachite is known all around the world due to its deep green color and intricate patterns. Ma...

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Graduated Faceted Round Garnet Beads (4-7mm)

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These Faceted Garnet Beads are perfect for creating a refined and elegant look. These gemstone beads have a gorgeous deep purple tone and come with...

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Faceted Garnet Bead Necklace

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This gorgeous Graduated Garnet Necklace is the perfect ready-to-wear addition to your jewelry collection. Made from expertly cut and polished Garne...

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Dark Green Mayan Jade Beads (Graduated)

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Made from authentic Guatemalita Jade stone, these unique beads have been individually shaped and polished by the native Mayan people of Guatemala i...

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White Oval Serpentine Beads (10x5mm)

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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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Round Garnet Beads (6mm)

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Garnet gets it name from the Latin word malogranatum which means pomegranate. In ancient times it was believed that Garnet was a great protection s...

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Round Black Shungite Beads (8mm, Set of 25)

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These gorgeous, Black Shungite Loose Bead sets are perfect for adding subtle sophistication to any design project. Made from stone, these dark, iri...

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Extra Dark Green Flat Circular Afghan Jade Beads (8mm)

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Indulge your eyes in these beautiful green jade beads brought to you from Afghanistan. The mineral rich landscape of Central Asia has been a source...

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Turquoise Beads (Flat Tear Drop Shape)

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Beautiful handmade turquoise beads, Beads are graduated. The beads measure 8-23mm in length, 2-3mm thick and the strand is about 16inches long. h...

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Light Color Premium Oval Tibetan Agate Beads (23x13mm)

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Flower-Shape Authentic Turquoise Beads

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Dark Turquoise Nugget Beads (15x12mm)

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Ancient Mali Carnelian Stone Beads

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Black Howlite Skull Beads (12mm)

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Natural Afghan Stone Lapis Trapezoid Necklace

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Natural Afghan Stone Jade Flower Necklace

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Natural Afghan Stone Jade Fish Necklace

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Leopard Skin Rondelle Jasper Beads (10x14mm)

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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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Flower-Shape Authentic Turquoise Beads

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Ancient Quartz & Rock Crystal Round Stone Beads

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Old African Red Jasper Beads #13414

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Old African Red Jasper Beads #13416

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