Amazonite is a gorgeous and classic stone that has been used in jewelry since ancient times. A form of feldspar (a common mineral within the Earth's crust), Amazonite is a brilliant blue-green opaque stone that is also relatively soft, which makes it perfect for beadwork and carvings. Amazonite is mostly found in Russia, Myanmar, India, Brazil and the USA.
Each bead varies in size, shape and color no two beads are exactly alike. Because these are natural stone beads, each one has its own character including crackling, inclusions, chips, etc...
These beads are all center drilled, with the occasional bead having a slightly off center hole.
All photos have been taken indoors with daylight, but as always, computer and mobile screens display colors differently.
- Length: about 12mm, varies per bead
- Width: about 8mm, varies per bead
- Hole size: .8mm to 1mm, varies per bead
- Strand length: about 3" inches long
- Quantity: Q8 briolettes beads and Q9 crystal bicone beads per strand
- Material: Russian Amazonite
- Origin: Russia
