Shape Chart - Gemstone, Coral and Pearl Beads
Gemstone, coral and pearl beads are available in numerous natural and manmade shapes. Learn the name for each shape and how each is strung in this chart.
Jewelry Material: Gemstone
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Jewelry Material: Gemstone
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
This jewelry set featuring chandelier earrings and a statement necklace showcases the beauty of the gemstone charoite. This stone combined with marcasite components is simply stunning.
Triple-Strand Necklace
Get lost in the beautiful changing of the seasons with Elaine Kolodziej’s Autumn Love necklace.
Boot Chains
Boot jewelry is hotter than ever! This design idea incorporates western-themed charms and Crystal Passions® for style that'll knock your socks off.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Like the seas that inspired it, Sandra Martin’s Caribbean Mist evokes the seashells and mists of refreshing equatorial beaches.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Make this stunning western-inspired jewelry set featuring matte red jasper gemstone beads and red suede lace cord for a major statement. The necklace and fringe-style earrings are right on trend.
Multi-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Designed with Crystal Passions® and sodalite gemstone beads, this piece will turn heads at any social gathering.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Like branches in the spring, Frances Lediaev’s Abundance embodies growth and new opportunities.
Earrings
The movement of these Art Deco-inspired earrings dramatizes the chatoyant effect of the golden and brown bands in the diamond tigereye gemstone beads.
Single-Strand Necklace
Polly Lent's gemstone necklace is inspired by her daughter, the change of seasons and the sunset of the Northeast. The pops of red rubies symbolize the arrival of fresh floral blooms.
Ring
Classic blue sodalite ring is regal and stylish in a fancy sterling silver bezel setting.
Earrings
Geometric crystal and faceted pearls give these beautiful earrings a unique and organic feel all its own.
All About Gemstone Beads
Gemstone beads are a valued element among jewelry makers. Artisans who understand gemological attributes will make better-selling and higher quality designs.
Earrings
An array of dazzling citrine and chrysocolla drops are the stars of these show-stopping chandelier earrings.
Triple-Strand Bracelet
Silver, turquoise and zebra “jasper” come together for a beautiful bracelet that pops in colorful and contrasting appeal.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
A simple design and subtle gold-toned accents give the rainbow fluorite beads in this set a chance to shine.
Bib-Style Necklace
Natural shapes and glittering colors make Vickie Hu Poirier’s Colorado Sunset necklace feel like a picturesque sunset on the surface of the Colorado River.
Single-Strand Necklace and Earring Set
Gemstone dangles, silver-toned skulls and glass bottles filled with metallic flakes make this set an apothecary’s cabinet you can wear.
Single-Strand Necklace, Bracelet and Earring Set
Turquoise and copper are a winning combination in this jewelry set that’s ready for the West.
Earrings
Heart-shaped Snap-Tite® settings make gifting easy for Valentine's Day.
Stretch Bracelet
Face the "dragons" in your life with dragon blood jasper, thought by some to impart courage to its wearer.
Stretch Bracelet
Bring grounding energy with you when you wear a lava rock energy bracelets. You can even add your favorite essential oils for an aromatherapy treat.
Stretch Bracelet
Often referred to as the "stone of love," rose quartz's soft pink hue is instantly soothing.
Earrings
Practice your wire-wrapped loops with this fun and simple pair of gemstone earrings.
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