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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AMETHYST Grade A, 5-7 mm ~ 80 cm
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SKU: 180905 Weight 50 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads DALMATIAN JASPER (Imitation MAGNESITE), 5-7 mm ~ 80 cm
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SKU: 180902
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads  AGATE, Colored: Orange Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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The charming string of natural orange stones is an exceptionally stylish accessory that draws attention with its beauty and elegance. Composed of chips, this 85 cm long agate strand offers the opportunity to create unique jewelry with a refined and natural look.
SKU: 180853 Weight 129 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads MAGNESITE Grade A, 8-12 mm ~ 90 cm
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SKU: 180805 Weight 124 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads  AGATE, Colored: Champagne Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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The elegant string of natural stones in a champagne hue is a unique accessory that adds a touch of class and sophistication to any look. Comprising chips sized between 8 and 12 mm, this agate string is approximately 85 cm long, offering the opportunity to create stylish jewelry with a refined and natural appearance.
SKU: 180850
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads PHANTOM QUARTZ, 8-12 mm ~ 45 cm
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SKU: 180802 Weight 75 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads WHITE DOLOMITE TURQUOISE, 5-7 mm ~ 80 cm
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Enhance elegance and charm to your jewelry projects with this strand of white turquoise. With stone sizes ranging between 5 and 7 mm and a length of approximately 80 cm, this strand is perfect for creating stylish and unique jewelry pieces with natural beauty and finesse.
SKU: 180901 Weight 15 gr Pieces: 1
Price2.25 £
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Pink, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Unleash your creativity with our strand of pink agate. This exciting strand is crafted from chips measuring 8 to 12 mm, offering opportunities to create elegant jewelry. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it is ideal for making unique necklaces, bracelets, and earrings that complement your style.
SKU: 180856 Weight 111 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Purple-Pink, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Showcase your uniqueness and refined taste with our string of lilac-pink agate. This charming string is crafted from chips ranging in size from 8 to 12 mm, offering opportunities for creativity and individualism. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it is perfect for creating a variety of jewelry pieces that reflect your distinctive personality.
SKU: 180857
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Cherry Color,8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Add warmth and elegance to your jewelry collection with this stunning strand of cherry agate. Crafted from chips measuring 8 to 12 mm, this strand offers the opportunity to create unique pieces of jewelry. It is ideal for making bracelets, necklaces, and earrings that reflect your personal style.
SKU: 180855 Weight 116 gr
Price2.99 £
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads  AGATE, Colored: Yellow Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Gorgeous string of natural stone chips, combining the natural beauty of yellow hues with the stunning effect of the stones. Each piece is unique in its shape and texture, contributing to the distinctive appearance of the jewelry. Ideal for creating personalized jewelry with natural chic and elegance.
SKU: 180852 Weight 129 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads  AGATE, Colored: Banana Color, 8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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Express elegance and individuality with our string of banana agate. This charming string is crafted from chips measuring 8 to 12 mm, providing ample opportunity for styling and creativity. With a length of approximately 85 cm, it is perfect for creating a variety of jewelry pieces that showcase your unique personality.
SKU: 180851
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads MARBLE, 8-12 mm ~ 90 cm
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SKU: 180801 Weight 15 gr
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String of Natural Chip Stone Beads AGATE, Colored: Orange Color,8-12 mm ~ 85 cm
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The strand of natural stones in dark orange color is a stylish and exquisite accessory that adds a unique and expressive touch to your look. It offers the opportunity to create stunning jewelry with an elegant and natural appearance.
SKU: 180854 Weight 128 gr
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Black IMPERIAL JASPER, Ball: 8 mm ~ 46 pieces
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Create unique jewelry with our IMPERIAL JASPER bead string. A semi-precious stone that adds elegance to any design. Don’t wait any longer! Order now and create creative masterpieces that will impress everyone!
SKU: 183989 Pieces: 46
Price3.25 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads TIGER'S EYE Grade AB+, Ball: 8 mm ~ 47 pieces
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SKU: 181673 Weight 42 gr Pieces: 47
Price4.73 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads TERAHERTZ, Ball: 10 mm ~ 40 pieces
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SKU: 181714 Pieces: 40
Price15.69 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Blue-Green IMPERIAL JASPER, Ball: 8 mm ~ 47 pieces
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Discover the elegance and mystical charm of our semi-precious stone beads, Jaspis Imperatorial, created especially for you, the creators! Each bead tells a story of timeless beauty, radiating a regal aura that inspires creativity and sophistication.
SKU: 183983 Weight 30 gr Pieces: 47
Price3.25 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural AFRICAN TURQUOISE , Ball: 4 mm ~ 85 pieces
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Unveil the charm of the semi-precious stone turquoise with our strand of natural beads, Turquoise Africa. Each strand contains approximately 85 beads sized 4mm, perfect for creating unique jewelry. Add natural beauty and style to your collection with this exquisite choice.
SKU: 142751 Weight 13 gr Pieces: 85
Price5.59 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural Golden Silk JADE Grade A, Ball: 8 mm ~ 45 pieces
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Discover the sophistication of our Grade A golden silky jadeite semi-precious stone bead strand. Perfect for creating unique jewelry, these beads, with a diameter of 8 mm and approximately 45 pieces per strand, offer exceptional beauty and customization opportunities. Suitable for any occasion, add elegance to your style with our jadeite beads.
SKU: 181693 Weight 45 gr Pieces: 45
Price5.59 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural JADEITE Grade A,  Ball: 10 mm ~ 38 pieces
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Add an elegant green accent to your jewelry with this high quality Jadeite beads. Perfect for DIY projects and unique decorations. Explore the different sizes and shapes of beads available!
SKU: 140979 Pieces: 38
Price5.16 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Orange IMPERIAL JASPER, Ball: 8 mm ~ 47 pieces
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Unleash your creativity with our stunning strands of beads made from semi-precious stone, Jaspis Imperatorial. Designed to inspire creators, these beads are your perfect companion in crafting unique and elegant pieces.
SKU: 183981 Weight 50 gr Pieces: 47
Price3.25 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Imitation AGATE, Matte  Black with White Stripe, Ball: 10 mm ~ 38 pieces
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Choose elegance and style with our strand of matte imitation black agate beads accented with a white ribbon. Each bead measures approximately 10 mm in diameter, and this strand includes about 38 beads. Ideal for creating various types of jewelry such as bracelets, necklaces, or earrings. Secure an elegant and unique style with our high-quality agate beads.
SKU: 183809 Weight 47 gr
Price5.59 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Dark Blue IMPERIAL JASPER, Ball: 8 mm ~ 47 pieces
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Discover the beauty of Imperial Jasper with our exclusive string of beads. Perfect for a gift or to add a unique accent to your style. Place your order online or visit our physical stores!
SKU: 183986 Weight 29 gr Pieces: 47
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural MOUNTAIN CRYSTAL Grade A, Ball: 6 mm ~ 58 pieces
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Discover the natural beauty of MOUNTAIN CRYSTAL with these 6mm Grade A beads. Ideal for unique jewelry, these semi-precious stones add elegance to any creation. Place your order online!
SKU: 181842 Weight 23 gr Pieces: 58
Price6.03 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural FOSSIL, Colored: Pink-Red, Ball: 6~6.5 mm ~ 60 pieces
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Add antique elegance to your jewelry with a string of FOSSIL semi-precious stone beads. Ideal for unique and sophisticated works. Order online!
SKU: 181727 Pieces: 60
Price2.99 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads AMETHYST, Ball: 12 mm ~ 32 pieces
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Discover the endless possibilities for working with amethyst and let your imagination run wild by incorporating these beads into your next masterpiece. Don’t wait any longer! Order now and create creative masterpieces that will impress everyone!
SKU: 142805 Weight 82 gr Pieces: 32
Price12.53 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads ROSE QUARTZ Grade A,  Ball: 10 mm ~ 38 pieces
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Explore our collection of Rose Quartz strings, a symbol of tenderness and self-acceptance. Add a unique piece of jewelry to your collection. Make an order online!
SKU: 140374 Weight 54 gr Pieces: 38
Price5.12 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads TIGER'S EYE Grade AB+, Ball: 6 mm ~ 65 pieces
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SKU: 181672 Pieces: 65
Price3.81 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads DUMORTIERITE Grade A,  Ball: 6 mm ~ 58 pieces
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Craft impressive jewelry with our Grade A Dumortierite beads. Ideal for jewelry enthusiasts, these beads offer an exquisite blue color that adds elegance and uniqueness to any piece.
SKU: 181632 Pieces: 58
Price4.55 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural MOUNTAIN CRYSTAL Grade A, Ball: 12 mm ~ 30 pieces
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SKU: 181845 Pieces: 30
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural OBSIDIAN, Ball: 10 mm ~ 40 pieces
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Explore the hidden powers of obsidian with our golden sheen beads. We offer high-quality stones for your jewelry and decorative projects. Make a purchase now and stand out!
SKU: 141694 Weight 52 gr Pieces: 40
Price7.02 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural MOON STONE, Ball: 6 mm ~ 62 pieces
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SKU: 181626 Pieces: 62
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural MOON STONE Grade A, Ball: 8 mm ~ 45 pieces
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SKU: 181623 Pieces: 45
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Yellow TOURMALINE QUARTZ, Ball: 10 mm ~ 35 pieces
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Attractive Yellow Tourmaline Quartz beads available for your creative projects. Immerse yourself in the world of semi-precious stones. Don’t wait any longer! Order now and create masterpieces that will impress everyone!
SKU: 141874 Pieces: 35
Price3.03 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads TIGER'S EYE, Matte Ball: 12 mm ~ 32 pieces
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SKU: 181195 Pieces: 32
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads TRIDACNA First Quality,  Ball: 10 mm ~ 40 pieces
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Add a touch of nature’s wonders to your projects with these Tridacna gemstone beads and unleash your creativity. Whether you are crafting for yourself or others, these beads are sure to elevate your jewelry-making experience to new heights.
SKU: 171194 Weight 69 gr Pieces: 40
Price5.29 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads WOOD JASPER, Colored: Green, Ball: 8 mm ~ 47 pieces
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A string of beads from semi-precious stone landscape jasper, dyed in a rich green color, shaped into 8mm round beads. The set includes approximately 47 beads, perfect for jewelry making and other decorative elements.
SKU: 142183 Pieces: 47
Price3.42 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural FOSSIL, Colored:  Purple, Ball: 4 mm ~ 82 pieces
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A string of semi-precious stones "Fossil" in purple color, with a bead size of 4 mm and about 82 pieces in a set. Suitable for making unique jewelry and accessories. Add natural beauty and color to your creations.
SKU: 141941 Pieces: 82
Price2.69 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural Silver Sheen OBSIDIAN, Ball: 4 mm ~ 102 pieces
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Golden sheen obsidian beads - a symbol of mystique and protection. Discover our collection for creating striking jewelry and spiritual practices. Explore the available sizes and shapes.
SKU: 141646 Weight 9 gr Pieces: 102
Price4.55 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Chrysanthemum JASPER,   Ball: 4 mm ~ 85 pieces
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Discover the unique charm of Chrysanthemum Jasper with this string of semi-precious beads. Perfect for creating stunning jewelry, these beads add natural beauty and style to any project.
SKU: 142041 Weight 10 gr Pieces: 85
Price3.86 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural PYRITE, Ball: 4 mm ~ 92 pieces
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Add elegance and uniqueness to your jewelry with a strand of PYRITE beads. This semi-precious stone brings sparkle and style to each of your creations.
SKU: 181961 Weight 15 gr Pieces: 92
Price6.29 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural HONEY JADE, Ball: 8 mm ~ 46 pieces
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Explore the natural beauty of honey-colored jadeite with our exclusive strand of semi-precious stones. Each strand contains approximately 46 beads with a diameter of 8 mm, shining with a delicate honey hue, offering a unique addition to your jewelry collection or energy practices.
SKU: 181593 Weight 36 gr Pieces: 46
Price3.29 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural LABRADORITE Grade A, Ball: 10 mm ~ 38 pieces
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SKU: 181654 Weight 56 gr Pieces: 38
Price15.69 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural Qinghua JADE, Ball: 4 mm ~ 89 pieces
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Enhance elegance and style in your jewelry projects with our strand of semi-precious Jadeite beads. With bead sizes of 4 mm and approximately 89 beads in total, these elegant and delicate beads are perfect for creating refined and sophisticated jewelry suitable for any occasion.
SKU: 181551 Weight 9 gr Pieces: 89
Price2.69 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads WOOD JASPER, Colored: Green, Ball: 6 mm ~ 62 pieces
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Discover the charm of green landscape jasper with our string of beads, 6mm, approximately 62 pieces. Perfect for creating exquisite jewelry, this strand offers rich texture and natural beauty for any project.
SKU: 142182 Pieces: 62
Price2.99 £
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Brown SUNSTONE Extra Quality, Ball: 4 mm ~ 95 pieces
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SKU: 181741 Weight 8 gr Pieces: 95
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String of Semi-Precious Stone Beads Natural WOOD JASPER, Ball: 6 mm ~ 60 pieces
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Treat yourself to the beauty of nature with this Wood Jasper Beads String. Each bead carries a unique texture that enriches any craft project. Ideal for lovers of originality and aesthetics!
SKU: 140862 Weight 23 gr Pieces: 60
Price2.25 £
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The Magic of Natural Stones and Minerals

 

Precious stones are composed of various minerals and are highly valued for their beauty, durability, and rarity. There are a few non-crystalline organic stones, such as pearls, red corals, and amber. They are also classified as precious stones.

Precious stones have been used since ancient times for jewelry making.

Precious stones have been considered miraculous and endowed with mysterious powers by many civilizations. Different stones possess unique attributes.

For example, it was believed that diamonds gave their owners strength in battles and protected them from ghosts and spells. Such beliefs still exist in the modern practice of wearing birthstones.

Out of over 2000 identified natural minerals, fewer than 100 are used as gemstones, and only 16 are truly valued.

These include beryl, chrysoberyl, corundum, diamond, feldspar, garnet, jade, lapis lazuli, olivine, opal, quartz, spinel, topaz, tourmaline, turquoise, and zircon. Some of these minerals provide more than one type of gemstone.

Beryl is the stone that provides emeralds and aquamarines, while corundum provides rubies and sapphires. In almost all cases, minerals must be cut and polished before usage.

Except for the diamond, which presents certain difficulties due to its extreme hardness, precious stones are cut and polished in three ways.

  • Agate, opal, jasper, onyx, chalcedony can be tumbled, meaning they can be placed in a cylinder with abrasive sand and water, and the cylinder is rotated around its long axis. This way, the stones will be polished and have an irregular shape.
  • The same types of gemstones can instead be cut into a cabochon (i.e., with a rounded top surface and a flat bottom) and polished on water or motorized sandstone wheels.
  • Gemstones with a Mohs hardness above 7 can be cut with a carborundum saw and then mounted in a holder and pressed against a lathe that can be rotated at high speed.
  • The lathe carries a tip or small disk of soft iron that can vary in diameter from that of a pinhead to a quarter-inch. The face of the disk is charged with grains of carborundum and diamond dust, along with oil.
  • Another tool used for grinding facets is the dental engine, which has greater flexibility and sensitivity than the lathe. The facets are ground onto the stone using these tools and then polished as described above.

Crucial to the modern action of gemstones is the type of cutting known as faceting, which produces brilliance from the refraction of light. Until the late Middle Ages, all kinds of gemstones were cut into cabochons or flat plates.

The first attempts at cutting and faceting aimed to cover up the stones’ natural imperfections. Proper cutting, however, depends on a detailed knowledge of the stone’s crystal structure.

Moreover, it was not until the 15th century that the abrasive property of diamonds was discovered and used. Following this discovery, the art of cutting and polishing precious stones developed, first in France and the Netherlands. Rose cuts were developed in the 17th century, and the brilliant cut, now the most preferred for diamonds, was first used around 1700.

 

In modern gemstone cutting, the cabochon method continues to be used for opaque, translucent and transparent stones, such as opal, carbuncle, and others. For most transparent gemstones (especially diamonds, sapphires, rubies, and emeralds), faceted cutting is almost always used.

In this method, multiple facets are cut geometrically to bring out the beauty of light and color to the greatest advantage. This is done at the expense of material, often up to half the stone or more, but the gemstone’s value increases significantly.

The four most common faceted shapes are the brilliant cut, step cut, scissor cut and rose cut.

 

Some stones are engraved with high-speed cutting tools. The stone is held by hand against the tool, with the shape, symmetry, size, and depth of the cut being determined by eye.

Gemstones can also be made by cementing several smaller stones to create a large piece of jewelry.

In some cases, the color of gemstones is also enhanced. This is achieved by any of these three methods:

  • heating under controlled conditions.
  • exposure to X-rays or radium.
  • applying pigment or colored foil to the facets of the pavilion (base).

Recently, various types of synthetic gemstones have been produced, including:

  • rubies
  • sapphires
  • emeralds.

 

Currently, two methods are used for production, one involving crystal growth from a solution and the other - from melts.

 

14 Interesting Facts About Natural Stones and Minerals

 

  1. Sapphire is the only gemstone that comes in all the colors of the rainbow. The next time you buy sapphire beads, get them in your favorite rainbow color.

 

  1. The largest diamond is known as the Hope Diamond. The deep blue diamond weighs 4.25 carats. The diamond is housed in the world-famous Smithsonian Museum, one of the most visited museums in the world.

 

  1. Citrines and amethysts are made from the same mineral, with the difference only in color. Interestingly, excessive heat changes their color.

 

  1. Blue-violet tanzanites are known for their appealing shade, but you would be surprised to know that when extracted from the earth, they are colorless. They undergo thermal treatment to achieve the beautiful blue-violet tanzanite.

 

  1. The Diamond Crater National Park in Arkansas allows you to dig for diamonds yourself!

 

  1. The stunning gemstone iolite is often mistaken for tanzanite and sapphire. It is a popular alternative to their expensive counterparts. You should never clean the gemstone with ultrasonic cleaners available on the market. The chemicals in them can destroy the shine of iolite.

 

  1. The emerald and aquamarinestones are made from the same mineral.

 

  1. Amethyst gemstones were once considered one of the most valuable on earth, but the equation changed overnight when huge reserves were discovered in Brazil.

 

  1. Black onyx is not a natural gemstone but is dyed black. This is why it needs to be cleaned very carefully.

 

  1. In ancient times, women wore opal beads in their hair to protect the color of their blonde locks.

 

  1. It is believed that many sapphires sank with the iconic ship Titanic.

 

  1. Garnet gets its name from the seeds of the famous pomegranate fruit.

 

  1. Quartz and tourmaline stones produce an electric charge when heated. Another interesting thing about tourmaline is that it attracts dust when exposed to light.

 

  1. The Gemstone Mine is a famous place in North Carolina known for its colorful gemstones. You can dig for moonstones, citrines, garnets, emeralds, aquamarines, and many others there.

 

More About Gemstones and Minerals

 

All gemstones are classified using four main parameters - the four Cs:

  • color
  • clarity
  • cut
  • carat weight

However, there is no universally accepted gemstone grading system. Diamonds are classified using a system developed by the Gemological Institute of America (GIA) in the early 1950s.

Historically, all gemstones were graded with the naked eye. The GIA system includes a basic innovation: introducing 10x magnification as a standard for grading clarity. Other gemstones are still graded with the naked eye.

You may have heard of the Mohs scale, which ranks the hardness of gemstones and minerals on a scale from 1 (least hard - talc) to 10 (hardest - diamond).

Few people outside the gemstone industry realize the true nature of a gemstone’s journey from mine to store counter.

Whether the gemstone is offered to the consumer at a traditional jewelry store or online, the journey always requires tons of earth and countless hours of labor.

Gemstones have been a symbol of wealth and power for centuries.

Apart from being used as jewelry, many civilizations believed gemstones have mysterious powers.

 

  • Jade was the royal gemstone in early Chinese culture, while lapis lazuli was highly prized by the pharaohs of Ancient Egypt.

 

  • The name "diamond" derives from ancient Greek, meaning "proper," "immutable," "unbreakable," "untamed," and "invincible."
  • If a gemstone has star-like white rays, this is called the "star effect" or asterism. Moreover, the star effect is often observed in garnet and emeralds.

 

  • Gemstones change colors under different lights or radiation. Some gemstones can also be fluorescent.

 

  • Some gemstones can change colors according to the mood of the person who wears them;

 

  • They were worn as mood rings in the early Victorian era. Mood stones work by reacting to body temperature.

 

A birthstone is a gemstone culturally associated with a person’s birth month. Historically, different cultures have used many different sets of birthstones. In 1912, the Jewellers of America, the national association of jewelers in the USA, officially adopted the following list, which is currently the most widely used list in the world:

  • January: Garnet
  • February: Amethyst
  • March: Aquamarine or Bloodstone
  • April: Diamond
  • May: Emerald
  • June: Pearl, Moonstone, or Alexandrite
  • July: Ruby
  • August: Peridot, Sardonyx, or Sapphire
  • September: Sapphire
  • October: Opal or Tourmaline
  • November: Citrine or Yellow Topaz
  • December: Turquoise, Lapis Lazuli, Zircon, Blue Topaz, or Tanzanite

 

Hidden Meanings of Some Gemstones

 

Emerald

According to a legend, the emerald is one of the stones given by God to King Solomon - a gift that granted him power over all creation. The Incas used emeralds in their jewelry and religious ceremonies. The Spaniards - who generally valued gold and silver much more than gemstones - traded the stone for precious metals.

Some even believed that placing an emerald under the tongue could help a person see the future, and be protected from evil spells. It is said that wearing an emerald allows you to discern truth or falsehood in a lover’s oath.

 

Amber

Though amber technically represents petrified tree resin rather than stone, it is still considered a gemstone. In Scandinavian mythology, Freyja weeps tears that turn into gold and amber when her husband is away.

This stone is associated with electricity and light: We derive the word electricity from the Greek name for amber, electron, and the stone, once thought to be made of impure sunlight, was sacred to the Greek god Apollo.

Chinese believed that amber was the soul of a tiger transformed after death.

 

Moonstone

According to Hindu mythology, moonstones consist of solidified moonbeams. Other cultures associate this gemstone with moonlight. The geological structure of the stone disperses light, creating a phenomenon called adularescence, which visually resembles scattered moonlight.

Similar to beliefs about emeralds, some ancients believed that placing a moonstone in the mouth during a full moon could give a person a glimpse into their future.

 

Tourmaline

The symbolic properties of tourmaline vary significantly depending on the region. According to Egyptians, the stone found its set of colors (tourmaline usually comes in pink, blue, yellow, green, and red) when it left the earth’s center and passed through the rainbow.

  Some African and Australian shamans believe these are stones that can find sources of problems, provide insight, and offer direction towards the good. In many cultures, black tourmaline was believed to protect against dark magic. Native Americans gave certain shades of the stone as burial gifts.

 

Diamond

Diamonds are the only gemstones composed of a single pure element, carbon. Its molecules bond in perfect symmetry, making it the hardest natural substance on the planet. Due to these physical properties, they have long symbolized strength, longevity, constancy and luck.

 

Topaz

Early gem-cutters considered topaz as a stone capable of:

  • protecting against diseases and premature deaths.
  • strengthening the brain.
  • reducing anger and sadness.
  • eliminating cowardice.

This stone was believed to cool boiling water, become invisible in the presence of poison, and create its own light. Mystic and Roman Catholic Saint Hildegard of Bingen claimed to read prayers in a dark chapel by the light emitted from topaz.

 

Labradorite

This stone has the ability (called labradorescence) to change its color when "struck" by light. Native Canadians believed the gemstone could increase energy, reduce stress and anxiety, protect its wearer from danger, and help in communication with supernatural forces.

 

Garnet

Garnet is one of the stones believed to have been given by God to King Solomon. Hades gives pomegranate seeds, often associated with the stone, to Persephone, before she leaves as a sign of safety. Due to this, garnets are often given as gifts upon departure. When given in this context, they are believed to ensure quick, safe returns and eradicate emotional distance between separated lovers.

Garnets also have connections with light and work. It is said that Plato engraved his portrait on a garnet by a Roman engraver, and it is believed that Noah used a finely cut, glowing garnet to illuminate the ark.

Garnets symbolize the blood of Christ, and in the Quran, it is said that garnets illuminate the Fourth Heaven of Muslims.

 

Cats Eye

It is believed to protect soldiers from death, making enemies think their targets are already dead. In Hindu knowledge, it is believed that placing a cat’s eye on the "third eye" increases psychic abilities and repels evil spirits.

Each of these beliefs stems from the fact that the dark streaks of the stone appear to transform into bright ones and vice versa when turned. This phenomenon shows that opposites are not mutually exclusive: Dualistic doctrines - light as a symbol of good and darkness as a symbol of bad - are artificial and subjective and can be dissolved.

 

Agate

It is believed that agate gives those who wear it the favor of the gods and a brave heart. It is also said to increase fidelity in marriage and love. Once, Roman farmers wore talismanic agates in the hope that the heavens would grant them bountiful harvests. Thus, the ancient Persians believed that agate could ward off storms.

 

 

Opal

Opal is formed when silica gel particles are deposited in rock crevices. It has long been considered one of the luckiest and most magical gemstones due to its ability to display many colors.

In Greek mythology, Gyges discovered an opal ring that made him invisible. He then killed the king of Lydia and married the queen. Despite the consequences of this myth, opals are associated with hope, purity, and truth.

 

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