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Stone Beads

Africa's native sedimentary rocks encompass a beautiful palette. From the mottled beiges and creams of Soapstone Beads to the vivid coral brown of Bauxite Beads from Ghana, African Stone Beads have long been prized for their aesthetic value. Unsurprisingly, some also found use as currency prior to the influx of Glass Trade Beads to Africa in the 15th Century. Characterised by their marbled appearance and dusky rust and green hues, Mali Stone Beads are one of the earliest known forms to have been used in trans-Saharan trade. Mali Stone Beads continue to hold spiritual value in some parts of Djenne – particularly among the Zarma people of the ancient Songhai Empire whom wear the beads as 'grisgris' (talismans) to ward off evil spirits. Bauxite is an abundant ore found among the foothills of Lake Volta, Northern Ghana, and is the primary element used to produce aluminium. In its natural form, Bauxite is coral red or reddish brown in color, interspersed with specks and veins of charcoal and silvery grey. The latter is due to small iron deposits embedded within the stone, causing it to sparkle in bright sunlight. Both the Krobo and Ashanti tribes of Ghana favour Bauxite for bead-making, primarily because of its resemblance to coral – a material which still holds significant value in some parts of Africa owing to its rarity. Bauxite Beads can be found in numerous sizes and shapes online, however, most bead strings from Ghana will feature beads that are loosely cylindrical or donut-like in shape – a reflection of the hand-shaping and polishing techniques that transform these stones into beautiful wearable beads.

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Round White Calcatta-Style Stone Beads (6mm)

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Matte Round White Calcatta-Style Stone Beads (4mm)

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Rondelle White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest Sold out
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Rondelle White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (10mm)

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Rondelle White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (6mm)

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Matte Round White Calcatta-Style Stone Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Round White Calcatta-Style Stone Beads (6mm)

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Rondelle White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (4mm) - The Bead Chest
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Rondelle White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (4mm)

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Matte Round White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Round White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (10mm)

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Round White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (10mm)

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Matte Round White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (12mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Round White Calcutta-Style Stone Beads (12mm)

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Blue Quartz Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Blue Quartz Beads (6mm)

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Light Blue Quartz Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest
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Light Blue Quartz Beads (10mm)

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Light Blue Quartz Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Light Blue Quartz Beads (8mm)

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Light Blue Quartz Beads (12mm) - The Bead Chest
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Light Blue Quartz Beads (12mm)

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Coffee Brown Mountain Rock Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Coffee Brown Mountain Rock Beads (8mm)

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Similar to lava beads, these porous lightweight stone beads are fun to work with. Each bead measures approximately 8mm in diameter with a hole size...

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Tiny Green Turquoise Heishi Beads (2mm) - The Bead Chest
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Tiny Green Turquoise Heishi Beads (2mm)

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

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Matte Natural Cornerless Cube Calcite Beads (7mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Natural Cornerless Cube Calcite Beads (7mm)

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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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Lapis Lazuli Cube Beads (8-15mm) - The Bead Chest
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Lapis Lazuli Cube Beads (8-15mm)

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Medley of Afghan Gemstone Beads - The Bead Chest
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Medley of Afghan Gemstone Beads

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From the mountains of Afghanistan, this exciting medley includes a wide variety of delightful beads including lapis lazuli, turquoise, jade, and ot...

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Dark Green Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Dark Green Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (6mm)

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Pastel Yellow Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Pastel Yellow Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (8mm)

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Green Aqua Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Green Aqua Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (8mm)

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Dark Green Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Dark Green Flat Circular Serpentine Beads (6mm)

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White Faceted Rectangle Serpentine Beads (10x5mm) - The Bead Chest
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White Faceted Rectangle Serpentine Beads (10x5mm)

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Light Green Cornerless Cube Serpentine Beads (9-12mm) - The Bead Chest
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Light Green Cornerless Cube Serpentine Beads (9-12mm)

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