[{"id":190155717,"handle":"12-and-under","title":"$12 and Under","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:34:35-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-02T13:32:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"less_than","condition":"12.01"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190155845,"handle":"21-and-under","title":"$21 and Under","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:04-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-02T13:32:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"less_than","condition":"21.01"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190155909,"handle":"49-and-under","title":"$49 and Under","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-02T13:34:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"less_than","condition":"49.01"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":85208891482,"handle":"afghanistan-beads","title":"Afghanistan Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T01:34:06-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2019-03-19T10:24:56-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Afghanistan"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190128965,"handle":"african-beads","title":"African Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"Each African Bead carries its own story; a rich history and story behind it. Many will have had numerous owners, and seen multiple continents by the time they arrive to you. African beads and jewelry have played an enormous role in the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-culture\/\"\u003eculture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-fashion\/\"\u003efashion\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-economy\/\"\u003eeconomy\u003c\/a\u003e, and artistic expression of the African people. Today, they are cherished by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-for-collectors\/\"\u003ecollectors\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-jewelry\/\"\u003ejewelry makers\u003c\/a\u003e, and everyday people who just love wearing African beads!\n\u003ch2 class=\"green\"\u003eThe Basics of African Beads\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term African Beads is used to refer to both beads locally produced by indigenous people of the African continent as well as Trade Beads that have traveled from other parts of the world and now circulate or were recently sourced from Africa. Together these beads have played an enormous role in the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-culture\/\"\u003eculture\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-fashion\/\"\u003efashion\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-economy\/\"\u003eeconomy\u003c\/a\u003e, and artistic expression of the African people. Today, they are cherished by \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-for-collectors\/\"\u003ecollectors\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-trade-beads-in-jewelry\/\"\u003ejewelry makers\u003c\/a\u003e, and everyday people who just love wearing African beads! \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/african-tribal-beads\/\"\u003eAfrican tribal beads\u003c\/a\u003e and glass beads also hold a special \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/blog\/mythical-significance-african-glass-beads\/\" title=\"Mythical significance of African glass beads\"\u003emythical significance\u003c\/a\u003e as well.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBeads and Beadmaking have a long history in Africa. Beads have been made by indigenous Africans for thousands of years. In ancient times Egyptians, Greeks, and Indians established trading bases in East Africa and eventually the Arabs invaded in the eighth century and established trade routes with the wealthy kingdom of \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/ghana-beads\" title=\"Ghana beads\"\u003eGhana\u003c\/a\u003e in modern day Mauritania. The Arabs brought \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/glass-beads\" title=\"Glass beads\"\u003eglass beads\u003c\/a\u003e to the Niger Delta to trade for gold and slaves. European explorers and traders began to arrive in the 15th century and this was followed by a tremendous influx of beads during the colonial period. At the peak of trade it is estimated that beads accounted for 40% of total imports or 2.5lbs glass beads \/year for every man, women and child. Today the tradition of beads continues to be ingrained in African culture and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/trade-beads\"\u003eold trade beads\u003c\/a\u003e are still used for internal commerce.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe modern production of beads is in some sense a family tradition where tools and techniques are passed from one generation to the next. Beadmaking is a labor-intensive process and since many beads are hand made, this leads to variability in the appearance of individual beads even within a single strand. Production of beads is distributed throughout many countries on the African continent however the Hausa people of West Africa are particularly known for dominating the bead trade where they travel extensively to locate beads in villages, modify many beads, and sell them to local and foreign merchants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfrican Beads are made from a diverse array of materials. Some of the oldest beads were made from natural materials such as \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/stone-beads\" title=\"Stone beads\"\u003estones\u003c\/a\u003e, clay, plant materials such as doum palm nuts and bamboo stems, animal materials such as ostrich eggshells, bones such as the \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/batik-bone-beads\" title=\"Batik bone beads\"\u003eBatik Bone bead\u003c\/a\u003e of Kenya, buffalo horn, and marine shells such as the Conus. These materials continue to be used today. Similarly, metal beads have been made from gold, bronze, and brass especially in West African countries such as Ghana, Ivory Coast, Nigeria, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/mali-beads\" title=\"Mali beads\"\u003eMali\u003c\/a\u003e, Cameroon, and Senegal. Silver has also been traditionally popular in \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/ethiopian-beads\" title=\"Ethiopian beads\"\u003eEthiopia\u003c\/a\u003e. Finally, glass beadmaking is also an ancient tradition in Africa where it has been practiced for at least 1000 years. The two techniques for making glass beads that dominate in Africa are \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/powder-glass-beads\" title=\"Powder glass beads\"\u003ePowder-glass Beadmaking\u003c\/a\u003e and Bida Glass Beadmaking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe uses of beads in Africa are as varied as the materials used to make them. Beadwork is very popular in many African nations and is integrated into many art forms including clothing such as the stand-out collars of the Maasai tribe, headdresses and belts, wooden sculptures, small leather amulets, and a myriad of jewelry items where beads are regarded as items of wealth, power, and status. Because of their long history, beads continue to play a role in many traditional rites and ceremonies such as coming-of-age, circumcision, marriage, burial, and local festivals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe number of different African and African Trade Bead varieties in existence today is enormous. Any attempt at classification is further complicated by the fact that many beads have been reworked and redecorated over time to conform to local tastes and preferences. Some of the most well known varieties of African Beads today are \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/krobo-beads\" title=\"Krobo beads\"\u003eKrobo Beads\u003c\/a\u003e, Kakamba Beads, Mali Clay Beads and Mali Wedding Beads, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/chevron-beads\" title=\"Chevron beads\"\u003eChevrons\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/millefiori-beads\" title=\"Millefiori beads\"\u003eMillefiori\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/vaseline-beads\" title=\"Vaseline beads\"\u003eVaseline Beads\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/white-heart-beads\" title=\"White heart beads\"\u003eWhite Heart Beads\u003c\/a\u003e, Kiffa Beads, and \u003ca href=\"http:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/hebron-beads\" title=\"Hebron trade beads\"\u003eHebron Beads\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:48:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Ghana"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Kenya"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Ethiopia"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Ivory Coast"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Mali"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Burkina Faso"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Cameroon"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Nigeria"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Niger"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Guinea-Bissau"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Morocco"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Sudan"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Afghanistan"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Togo"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"West Africa"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":293181030555,"handle":"all-products-oos","title":"All Products including Out of Stock","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2023-09-18T15:21:32-07:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_inventory","relation":"greater_than","condition":"-1000"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":79632826458,"handle":"beads","title":"Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2018-09-30T19:33:37-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":239126315163,"handle":"beads-for-jewelry-design","title":"Beads for Jewelry Design","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"Explore our selection of beads and supplies for jewelry making. With over 5,000 products to choose from, we carry one of the most unique and diverse collections of beading supplies on the web!","published_at":"2021-02-03T10:47:48-08:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Jumbo"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Cloth"}],"published_scope":"global","image":{"created_at":"2021-02-24T13:42:25-08:00","alt":null,"width":1026,"height":799,"src":"\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/cdn\/shop\/collections\/920c1026b4c03e53d92ce40ddaae1f5e.jpg?v=1614202946"}},{"id":190129733,"handle":"blue-beads","title":"Blue Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eLooking to create a custom jewelry design reminiscent of the deep blue seas or the color of the sky? You can trust our selection of serene blue beads to add that extra burst of color to any and all of your jewelry design creations. The color blue represents intelligence, communication, duty, efficiency, logic and a calm and collected energy. With shades from navy to sapphire, from indigo to cobalt, from azure to cerulean, from lapis to peacock and from arctic to deep ocean blue our many shades and hues of blue beads will add a lovely coolness to your jewelry designs and custom home decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn Europe and North America blue represents security, trust and authority. In most western cultures blue is considered to have a peaceful healing and soothing energy. Blue is often considered the safest color choice around the world especially in the way we dress and accessorize ourselves. With denim being one of the most popular staple pieces in everyday fashion, blue is truly one of the most common color we all wear. In some countries, blue can symbolize protection from evil and healing. In countries like Greece, Turkey, Iran, Albania, Afghanistan and West Africa you can find blue eye-shaped pendants and amulets being used to protect against the evil eye. In the Ukraine blue denotes good health. In Hindu culture blue is commonly connected to Krishna and encapsulates divine joy and love. In ancient Egypt blue was the color of the heavens and was associated with the Gods and the universe. In East Asia blue is often integrated into the architecture as a calming accent color. You can find many bath houses across Japan with pops of blue colors throughout to help promote relaxation and a healing restorative energy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eHere at The Bead Chest we have a in depth assortment of style, shapes and sizes of blue beads. Create your calming masterpiece with our clear marine recycled glass beads. Add a impactful vintage touch with our ancient Roman glass beads. Mix in the healing energy of our lapis lazuli and blue sea sediment jasper into your bracelets and charms. Looking to bring a raw tone into your designs? Our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/krobo-beads\/blue-color?\"\u003eKrobo beads\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/seed-beads\/blue-color?\"\u003eJava Seed beads\u003c\/a\u003e can do that for you. With an amazing selection of unique \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/turquoise-beads\"\u003eturquoise beads\u003c\/a\u003e from Afghanistan to West Africa we have you covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eReady to permeate the calm and healing energies of blue? If so, go ahead take a browse through our section of blue beads. Go ahead, dive into the deep tones and hues of blue!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:48:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Blue"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":322183823515,"handle":"couponable","title":"Couponable","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2024-11-15T11:15:03-08:00","sort_order":"alpha-asc","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Couponable"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":319572738203,"handle":"everyday-value-finds","title":"Everyday Value Finds","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:20:02-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2024-10-04T10:20:34-07:00","sort_order":"alpha-asc","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"5"},{"column":"variant_price","relation":"less_than","condition":"15.01"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":291837018267,"handle":"gemstone-beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T01:39:19-08:00","published_at":"2023-04-27T11:13:19-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":null,"published_scope":"web","title":"Gemstone Beads","body_html":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGemstone beads are treasured by many. The power and symbolism of color is central to the cultures of many indigenous tribes in Africa. From the speckled whites and grays of Bauxite Beads which mark the acceptance of a newborn into Krobo society, to the deep reddish brown of Carnelian which symbolizes vitality and fertility, it's no wonder that certain stones are considered invaluable among some tribal cultures. But, African Gemstone Beads aren't just prized for their aesthetic beauty and rarity. Tribes such as the Yoruba also place great value upon certain types of gemstones owing to their former use as early currency. Through early trade routes, there was considerable influx of natural Gemstone Beads such as agate, carnelian and turquoise; stones which were often traded with Yoruban and Bedouin chiefs in exchange for furs, art and slaves.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eUnsurprisingly, the collectible value of African Gemstone Beads inspired many artisans to produce counterfeit copies from other less precious materials - the Ancient Egyptians being a great example. After exhausting many of their own turquoise mines, they looked to another material with similar properties: jasper. The vast majority of African Turquoise Beads sold today are produced from this mineral. Bauxite, favored for its reddish-brown marbled appearance, was also used throughout the trade era to produce faux Carnelian Beads, and remains a popular element among native jewelry crafters today.\u003c\/p\u003e"},{"id":190153413,"handle":"middle-eastern-beads","title":"Middle Eastern Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T01:36:30-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eWhen it comes to finely crafted bead and jewelry Middle Eastern beads are in a category all their own. The quality and attention to detail of our Middle Eastern beads shows the true artistry and skill of Middle Eastern artists. Here at The Bead Chest we are at no shortage of high quality decorative Middle Eastern beads. From our from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/middle-eastern-beads\/white-metal-material?\"\u003ehandcrafted white metal beads\u003c\/a\u003e to our intricately carved and painted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/middle-eastern-beads\/bone-material?\"\u003eMiddle Eastern bone beads\u003c\/a\u003e and from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/middle-eastern-beads\/brass-material?\"\u003ereflective brass pendants\u003c\/a\u003e to our beautifully crafted \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/middle-eastern-beads\/wood-material?\"\u003ewood beads\u003c\/a\u003e our immense collection of Middle Eastern beads will add a masterfully crafted quality to your next jewelry collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eGeographically the Middle East sits between Western Asia and extends to areas of Northern Africa and Egypt. The Middle East is considered to be the cradle of civilization. The earliest human settlements in the Middle East are said to have formed around 3500 BC. Civilizations established by the Sumerians and Akkadians in Mesopotamia all flourished in this region. The murals, statues, pottery and jewelry made during this period of history can be found in museums all over the world. One of the most prominent city-states in Mesopotamia was Sumner. According to history Sumner is where the first written language was developed. During this time period the High Priestess of Inanna became the first ever known author in history. Eventually society began to spread during this time period and civilizations began to pop up in the Nile valley of Egypt. Many jewelry making techniques still used today were developed in Egypt from 2686 to 1069 BC. One of the most famous and renowned ancient empires was the Byzantine empire. Ancient Byzantine pottery and glass jewelry still influences modern day jewelry making today! \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn the modern day in countries all over the Middle East master artisans are still creating jewelry. Pulling from the techniques and styles of ancient Middle Eastern jewelry designs while putting a modern twist on their designs, newly made Middle Eastern jewelry and beads are truly a unique sight to behold. From countries like Iran, Syria, Kuwait, Jordan, Egypt, Bahrain and Turkey and many variations and styles of Middle Eastern jewelry are perfect for creative jewelry design projects. At The Bead Chest we have so many elegant Middle Eastern bead strands from artisans from Bethlehem to Morocco!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSo what are you waiting for? So please take your time and browse our curated section of Middle Eastern beads. There isn’t a better time than now to start incorporating magnificent Middle Eastern bead strands into your jewelry designs. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T12:32:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Afghanistan"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Morocco"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Middle East"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":191519557,"handle":"natural-beads","title":"Natural Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:34:35-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp\u003eDo you want to connect to the ancient materials used by master artisans of the past? Wanting to ground yourself? Feeling the need to connect your inspired jewelry designs with mother earth? Well, our natural beads might be the best option for your newest jewelry designs and creations. At The Bead Chest we have a numerous assortment of natural beads for you to choose from. From our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/natural-beads\/glass-material?\"\u003enatural glass beads\u003c\/a\u003e to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/natural-beads\/resin-material?\"\u003enatural resin beads\u003c\/a\u003e, from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/natural-beads\/shell-and-coral-material?\"\u003eshell and coral beads\u003c\/a\u003e to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/natural-beads\/stone-material?\"\u003estone beads\u003c\/a\u003e and from our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/natural-beads\/wood-material?\"\u003ewooden beads\u003c\/a\u003e to our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thebeadchest.com\/collections\/natural-beads\/horn-material?\"\u003enatural animal horn beads\u003c\/a\u003e when it comes to organic and not artificial beads we got you covered. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSince the dawn of time cultures from all over the world have utilized the natural world around them. When it comes to jewelry design, materials like natural stone, wood, shell, bone and clay beads have always been used to create iconic masterpieces. All over the planet evidence of natural wood being used in various jewelry designs has been found and some artifacts date all the way back to 500 BC. Ancient wooden rosaries and jewelry pieces can be seen in many museums around the world. The use of clay beads date back as far as 1000 BC and have been found in various regions across Africa. In West Africa clay beads were used as a form of currency in countries like Ghana and Mali. The oldest known jewelry in the world comes from natural seashell jewelry. Recently in the Skhul caves in Israel two shell beads were found and are believed to be 135,000 years old! Bone beads have been used to ornament clothes and jewelry designs for thousands of years. The creation and use of glass beads goes back almost 3,500 years. Glass beads are believed to first be created in ancient Egypt and Mesopotamia. All that being said, mixing in our natural jewelry beads into your designs will really help connect your design aesthetic with the artisan quality of long times past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eIn the modern day, many new age communities treasure naturally occuring beads made from stone, wood, shell, resin and bone for their many metaphysical healing properties. It is said that wood beads are good at helping clear negative energy while grounding the wearer. Some say that natural stones like agate exude a healing energy of courage and strength. Many believe that seashell beads can help reduce stress, as well as, help open the third eye chakra. It is also believed that wearing resin jewelry will help protect the wearer from bad luck. Many also say that wearing glass jewelry will help amplify ones intentions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003eSo when it comes to incorporating natural bead strands into your jewelry design you really can’t go wrong. Implement the jewelry design techniques and style of the ancient times with our natural beads. We can’t wait to see what you do!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-09T15:27:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":true,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Shell"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Natural Seed"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Wood"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bone"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Clay"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Coral"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Horn"},{"column":"tag","relation":"equals","condition":"Stone"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190134469,"handle":"seed-beads","title":"Seed Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-05T18:30:04-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:49:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Seed"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190134725,"handle":"stone-beads","title":"Stone Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T01:39:19-08:00","body_html":"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.","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:49:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Beads"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Stone"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":304599957659,"handle":"test","title":"TEST","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:35:30-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2024-03-19T16:27:57-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"variant_price","relation":"greater_than","condition":"0"}],"published_scope":"web"},{"id":329237692571,"handle":"tiny-beads","title":"Tiny Beads (1 to 3mm)","updated_at":"2025-03-06T02:20:02-08:00","body_html":"","published_at":"2025-03-05T16:01:23-08:00","sort_order":"best-selling","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"greater_than","condition":"0"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"less_than","condition":"4"},{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Bead"}],"published_scope":"global"},{"id":190135109,"handle":"turquoise-beads","title":"Turquoise Beads","updated_at":"2025-03-06T01:34:06-08:00","body_html":"\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWith their distinct mottled appearance and exuberant matrix of green hues, Turquoise Beads are one of the most popular semi-precious bead types used in modern day jewelry. They were also inherently popular among Egyptian royals 6,000 years ago; many of whom believed that turquoise could broaden the mind and inspire creativity. It is often referred to as the “Stone of Evolution” due to the positive changes and prosperity it brought many Egyptian rulers. Some even believed their ancestors could impart their great knowledge to these stones on their death bed, thus making it a source of power and inspiration for new rulers.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBut, these African semi-precious beads aren't always what they seem. In fact, the vast majority of Turquoise Beads from Africa are dyed imitations; crafted from ornamental Jasper found in abundance throughout South Africa. These were originally produced as currency for trans-Saharan trade. Unlike real turquoise, which is a phosphate created by the combining of aluminum and copper, African jasper is largely made up of chalcedony – a form of silica. Of course, this has very little to do with the difference in value between both minerals; turquoise is simply far rarer, and it is this rarity which dictates its value in the modern market. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan id=\"docs-internal-guid-2a2ba12b-4680-5ab1-2a26-a327cad54eb8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAfrican Turquoise Beads are produced in a wide variety of shapes and sizes – some of which can be indicative of their origin. Seed beads and bead chips often originate from the Eastern Cape, where tribes such as the Xhosa use them for elaborate hand-stitched wedding collars. Larger beads continue to be produced along parts of the Sinai Peninsula, and are often more valuable. Both the Ashanti and Krobo tribes of Ghana produce a variety of turquoise bead imitations, however, these are made from glass and not African Jasper. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","published_at":"2016-04-02T08:49:00-07:00","sort_order":"manual","template_suffix":"","disjunctive":false,"rules":[{"column":"title","relation":"contains","condition":"Turquoise"},{"column":"product_metafield_definition","relation":"equals","condition":"Stone"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Jasper"},{"column":"title","relation":"not_contains","condition":"Lava"}],"published_scope":"global"}]
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We can't get enough of these handmade tiny saucer Turquoise stone beads! Coming in such a unique shade of blue aqua turquoise these beads can add a vibrant flair to all of your custom jewelry creations. Each artisan bead strand measures in at about 13" in length. Each turquoise bead approximately measures in at 1 x 2.5-3mm and roughly has a stringing hole of less than 1mm. Multiple strands pictured. Each strand sold individually. Your design options are truly many. Get yours today!
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Approx. 208 beads |
< 1mm Hole |
13 inches Strand Length
We can't get enough of these handmade tiny saucer Turquoise stone beads! Coming in such a unique shade of blue aqua turquoise these beads can add a vibrant flair to all of your custom jewelry creations. Each artisan bead strand measures in at about 13" in length. Each turquoise bead approximately measures in at 1 x 2.5-3mm and roughly has a stringing hole of less than 1mm. Multiple strands pictured. Each strand sold individually. Your design options are truly many. Get yours today!
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We can't get enough of these handmade tiny saucer Turquoise stone beads! Coming in such a unique shade of blue aqua turquoise these beads can add a vibrant flair to all of your custom jewelry creations. Each artisan bead strand measures in at about 13" in length. Each turquoise bead approximately measures in at 1 x 2.5-3mm and roughly has a stringing hole of less than 1mm. Multiple strands pictured. Each strand sold individually. Your design options are truly many. Get yours today!
We can't get enough of these handmade tiny saucer Turquoise stone beads! Coming in such a unique shade of blue aqua turquoise these beads can add a vibrant flair to all of your custom jewelry creations. Each artisan bead strand measures in at about 13" in length. Each turquoise bead approximately measures in at 1 x 2.5-3mm and roughly has a stringing hole of less than 1mm. Multiple strands pictured. Each strand sold individually. Your design options are truly many. Get yours today!
