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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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Copper Electroplated Lava Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Copper Electroplated Lava Beads (8mm)

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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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Rustic Rectangular Afghan Amazonite Beads - The Bead Chest
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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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Gold Electroplated Lava Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Gold Electroplated Lava Beads (8mm)

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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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Copper Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Copper Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm)

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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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Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (12mm) - The Bead Chest
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Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (12mm)

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Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (8mm)

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Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm)

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Antiqued Brass Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Antiqued Brass Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm)

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Antiqued Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Antiqued Silver Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm)

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Antiqued Copper Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Antiqued Copper Electroplated Lava Beads (6mm)

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Cinnamon Brown Volcanic Lava Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest
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Cinnamon Brown Volcanic Lava Beads (10mm)

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Cinnamon Brown Volcanic Lava Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Cinnamon Brown Volcanic Lava Beads (8mm)

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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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Cinnamon Brown Volcanic Lava Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Cinnamon Brown Volcanic Lava Beads (6mm)

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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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Mixed Afghan Turquoise Beads (3.5mm) - The Bead Chest
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Mixed Afghan Turquoise Beads (3mm)

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Indulge your eyes in these beautiful turquoise beads brought to you from the mountainous wilds of Afghanistan. Cut from the brilliant Turquoise sto...

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Rough Yellow Afghan Brucite Beads (10-20mm) - The Bead Chest
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Rough Yellow Afghan Brucite Beads (10-20mm)

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Brucite is a mineral that crystallizes and is often found in regions near Afghanistan and Pakistan. These beautiful rough brucite beads maintain th...

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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (10mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (10mm)

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Lilac jade, often referred to as lavender jade, is a gentle purple stone that is considered in some forms of eastern medicine to have special medic...

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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (8mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (8mm)

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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (12mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (12mm)

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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (6mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (6mm)

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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (4mm) - The Bead Chest
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Matte Lavender Lilac Jade Beads (4mm)

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Cylindrical Tibetan Agate Beads (22x18mm) - The Bead Chest
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Cylindrical Tibetan Agate Beads (22x18mm)

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Take a look at these hand-patterned Tibetan agate beads. Each bead measures approximately 21-23 x 17-18mm with a hole size of approximately 1mm. Yo...

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Afghan Bicone Turquoise Beads (6x4mm) - The Bead Chest
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Afghan Bicone Turquoise Beads (6x4mm)

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

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Extra Tiny Lapis Lazuli Cylinder Beads (1mm) - The Bead Chest
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Extra Tiny Lapis Lazuli Cylinder Beads (1mm)

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

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Black Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (12mm) - The Bead Chest
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Black Sea Sediment Jasper Beads (12mm)

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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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