Admire this great strand of Onyx gemstone beads from Nepal. Each bead is made by setting a round stone between two engraved silver caps. Onyx is a natural black stone that was prized in ancient times by the Egyptians, Greeks, and Romans. The stone is believed by some to offer protection from adversaries and the evil eye. The striking detail of these beads is apparent in the careful workmanship. Each bead measures approximately 10-12mm long by 8-10mm in diameter. Highly versatile for your creative jewelry projects. Cap design on beads may vary from photo. Use them in bracelets, earrings, necklaces, and much more!
Some of these beads needed to have holes enlarged to string, so that slowed me down some, but they are all usable and are very handsome! I am happy with the neckalace I made from them.
Always excited to receive a package from The Bead Chest
I have now purchased about 20 different strings of beads and am in love with all of them. The pictures don't do them justice. I tried to lay them out on a 24" round board to show some of the ones I have received. I love the quality of all of them.
They are a beautiful color green, not sure they are jade, they look like green glass(?) They have a great look, beautiful color and seem very versatile, can't wait to see what I will create with them!