Gemstones by Shape

Aquamarine belongs to the beryl gemstone family. Bead-grade aquamarine tends to have many interesting inclusions and numerous opaque areas. The more intense the color of this stone, the higher its value. Aquamarine is a hard gemstone, which makes it an...

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Chalcedony beads are a semitransparent or translucent (commonly pale bluish-gray) form of quartz, with a waxlike luster. Chalcedony forms in rounded crusts, rinds or stalactites in volcanic and sedimentary rocks. The stone is porous, so it takes dye...

Gold fill (also called gold overlay or gold-filled) is made by using heat and pressure to apply a layer of karat gold to a base of less costly metal. This produces a surface with karat gold. The minimum layer of karat gold must equal at least 1/20 of the...

Aquamarine belongs to the beryl gemstone family, and encompasses a range of blues and greens. Bead-grade aquamarine tends to have many interesting inclusions and numerous opaque areas. The more intense the color of this stone, the higher its value...

Agate: No gemstone is more creatively striped by nature than agate. This distinct and dramatically banded variety of chalcedony is composed of quartz layers. This composition varies greatly and can be of many colors. The other chalcedony family, jasper,...

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Amazonite (sometimes called Amazon stone) is a rare blue-green variety of microcline (a feldspar mineral) used as a semiprecious stone. Its brilliant color was once thought to be caused by copper, but now is attributed to the presence of lead or possibly...

Cacoxenite by itself is an iron aluminium phosphate mineral associated with iron mining. It has a silky luster, and a hexagonal crystalline structure that grows in a radial pattern. When it forms within amethyst and other forms of quartz, it displays as...

Sunstone beads consist of feldspar crystals that were formed in molten lava, then discharged onto the surface of the earth by volcanic eruptions. As the lava weathers away or is broken up, the crystals are released. This semiprecious gemstone is also...

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These assorted gemstone strands can include red jasper, aventurine, dalmatiner, sodalite, natural agate, snowflake obsidian, and many other beautiful semiprecious beads. Mixed stone assortments generally include natural gemstone beads, enhanced gemstone...

Please see the Related Products links below for similar items, and more information about this stone.Also known as fool's gold, pyrite beads are crystalline iron sulfide, and offer a glittering option for gemstone jewelry components. This semiprecious...

Amazonite is a rare blue-green variety of microcline (a feldspar mineral) used as a semiprecious stone. Amazonite (sometimes called Amazon Stone) is an opaque stone, often found with white, yellow or gray inclusions and a silky luster or silvery sheen...

Amazonite is a rare blue-green variety of microcline (a feldspar mineral) used as a semiprecious stone. Amazonite (sometimes called Amazon Stone) is an opaque stone, often found with white, yellow or gray inclusions and a silky luster or silvery sheen...

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Amethyst is the most highly prized variety of quartz, and if not for its widespread availability, would be very expensive. With its luscious purple color, it is the official birthstone for February and one of our best-selling gemstones. The stone's name...

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Onyx is a striped, semiprecious variety of agate, with white, black, brown or red alternating bands. It is different from regular agate only in that the bands of which it is composed are parallel and regular. The name onyx originates from the Greek word...

Onyx is a striped, semiprecious variety of agate, with white, black, brown or red alternating bands. It is different from regular agate only in that the bands of which it is composed are parallel and regular. The name onyx originates from the Greek word...

Sardonyx is a variety of onyx that typically comes in shades of red (the word "sard" means "red"). Our Black Sardonyx beads are predominantly black, with bands, stripes and swirls of bright white, milky semitranslucent white, and occasionally dark...

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The name apatite is quite appropriate, considering this mineral makes up the teeth in all vertebrate animals (and teeth are used to satisfy one's appetite!). In fact, it comprises more than 60% of the bones and teeth in humans, fish, birds, cows, and...

A shimmery stone with unusual properties, kyanite can become the sparkle in a necklace or the spark plug in an engine. This aluminum silicate is a polymorph with andalusite and sillimanite, meaning it shares the same chemistry, but has a different...

Turquoise has been revered for thousands of years. Its name means "Turkish stone" in French, a reference to where Persian material passed on its way to Europe. Turquoise is considerably softer than quartz, and is usually treated for stability. Chinese...

Botswana Agate is banded with fine, parallel lines of tan, mahogany, pink and white, and makes a beautiful addition to gemstone jewelry. Botswana agate may be almost mined out, so in recent years, we've seen less rough (uncut) stone, and newer beads are...

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Turquoise has been revered for thousands of years. Its name means "Turkish stone" in French, a reference to where Persian material passed on its way to Europe. Turquoise is considerably softer than quartz, and is usually treated for stability. Chinese...

Dyed "Crazy Lace" Calcite is available in fantastic color options, for great prices. It is clearly a "reconstituted" or "block" type of gemstone, which means it is a mixture of resin, dyes, and potentially some gemstone content -- in this case,...

Dyed "Crazy Lace" Calcite is available in fantastic color options, for great prices. It is clearly a "reconstituted" or "block" type of gemstone, which means it is a mixture of resin, dyes, and potentially some gemstone content -- in this case,...

Dyed "Crazy Lace" Calcite is available in fantastic color options, for great prices. It is clearly a "reconstituted" or "block" type of gemstone, which means it is a mixture of resin, dyes, and potentially some gemstone content -- in this case,...

Create a look inspired by the sea with these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. With 20 facets, a star cut gemstone enhances even the most intense colors. It makes a great...

Cacoxenite is the trade name for this naturally occurring blend of seven stone types. This stone, often called the "Super Seven" or "Melody Stone" contains amethyst, clear quartz, smoky quartz, lepidocrosite, goethite, and rutile. Showcase these large...

Add stony color to designs with the Dakota Stones 4mm African Turquoise Jasper round beads. Available by the strand, these beads feature a perfectly round shape. They are small in size, so you can use them as spacers or as pops of color in earrings. Each...

Add natural accents to designs with these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature a classic round shape that will work anywhere. They are versatile in size, so you can use them in necklaces, bracelets and earrings. Impression jasper naturally...

Keep your designs colorful with the Dakota Stones 8mm banded fluorite faceted roundel beads. Available by the strand, these rounded beads feature diamond-shaped facets for extra texture and sine. They are the perfect size for matching necklace and...

Make sure your style stands out with these lapis beads from Dakota Stones. These beads feature a classic faceted round shape with diamond-shaped facets cut into the surface for more texture and shine. Each bead features a wide stringing hole, perfect for...

Wonderful neutral tones fill these Dakota Stones gemstone beads. These beads are perfectly round in shape, so they will work in any classic style. They are the perfect size for matching necklace and bracelet sets. They feature easy-on-the-eyes butter...

Create beach vibes in your style with these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. With 20 facets, a star cut gemstone enhances even the most intense colors. It makes a great...

Refreshing style fills these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. With 20 facets, a star cut gemstone enhances even the most intense colors. It makes a great complement to PRESTIGE...

Add gemstone style to your next design with these beads from Dakota stones. These beads are perfectly round in shape and feature a versatile size that you can use in all kinds of designs. These beads would look wonderful in matching necklace and bracelet...

Bring the classic color of amethyst to your designs with these beads from Dakota Stones. These amethyst beads have a round shape with facets that catch the light. Amethyst is the official birthstone of February. It forms in silica-rich liquids deposited...

Bring the classic color of amethyst to your designs with these beads from Dakota Stones. These amethyst beads have a round shape with facets that catch the light. Amethyst is the official birthstone of February. It forms in silica-rich liquids deposited...

Bring the beauty of gemstones to your designs with this aquamarine beads from Dakota Stones. These beads feature a round shape with facets that help catch the light. Aquamarine is the Latin term for “water of the sea.” This stone was once thought to be...

Gemstone beauty fills these aquamarine beads from Dakota stones. These beads are perfectly round in shape and feature a versatile size that you can use in all kinds of designs. These beads would look wonderful in matching necklace and bracelet sets...

Bring the beauty of gemstones to your designs with these 8mm round beads from Dakota Stones. These beads feature a classic round shape. Chrysoprase is a bright apple green, translucent stone, whose color often caused ancient jewelers to confuse it with...

Gemstone style fills these beads from Dakota Stones. These blue apatite beads have a round shape with facets that catch the light. Blue apatite is a blue transparent phosphate material. It derives from the Greek word "apate," meaning to deceive, because...

Add splashes of blue to designs with these Dakota Stones beads. These beads feature a rounded shape with diamond-shaped facets cut into the surface for extra texture and shine. They are the perfect size for matching necklace and bracelet sets. Use them...

For a punch of vibrant blue color in your designs, you have to try the blue crazy lace agate 4mm round beads from Dakota Stones. Available by the strand, these round beads feature bright blue color swirled with white and the occasional hint of green...

Bring fun color to designs with these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. With 20 facets, a star cut gemstone enhances even the most intense colors. It makes a great complement to...

Give your designs a rich display of color with the bronzite 8mm large-hole round beads from Dakota Stones. Available by the strand, these gemstone beads will amaze and delight with their innovative design. Each bead features a wide stringing hole,...

Give your designs sweet accents with the Dakota Stones cherry quartz 4mm round beads. Available by the strand, these small beads are perfectly round and feature a translucent pink color with peachy undertones. Try these tiny beads as spacers in necklaces...

Bold blue colors fills the dumortierite 8mm round beads from Dakota Stones. These beads feature a round shape for a classic look that works in any style. Each bead shines with a dark blue color full of depth. The 8mm size always looks lovely in bracelets...

Decorate your jewelry designs with these Hubei turquoise beads from Dakota Stones. Gemstone beads are the perfect way to add natural beauty to your jewelry designs. Hubei Turquoise gets its name from the Hubei province in Northern China. Turquoise is an...

Decorate your jewelry designs with these Hubei turquoise beads from Dakota Stones. Gemstone beads are the perfect way to add natural beauty to your jewelry designs. Hubei Turquoise gets its name from the Hubei province in Northern China. Turquoise is an...

You’ll love this Dakota Stones jade rainbow 4mm round bead strand. These beads feature a classic round shape and a variety of orange, yellow, white and even grey colors. Their versatile size makes them a good choice for all kinds of projects...

Bring the shimmer of Labradorite to your designs with these gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. These round beads emit blue and purple fire when the light hits them. Labradorite is named for Labrador Island in Canada, where it was first discovered. Add...

Bold style fills these Dakota Stones beads. These beads take on a classic round shape with beautiful facets that shine from every angle. You'll love the way they catch the eye in your projects. The dark blue color of these beads is lit up by flecks of...

Dark elegance fills these lapis lazuli round beads from Dakota Stones. Available by the strand, these bold beads are spherical in shape and feature glittering golden color sprinkled over a dark blue background. Lapis lazuli is a semi-precious stone that...

Put sweet and shining touches on your style with these Dakota Stones lavender amethyst beads. These gemstone beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. You'll love using these versatile beads in necklaces, bracelets, and...

Stand out with gemstone style. These Dakota Stones beads are perfectly round in shape and would look great in matching necklace and bracelet sets. They feature turquoise color with a brown and black matrix. The matte finish adds a soft appearance. This...

Decorate your jewelry designs with the gemstone style of these Dakota Stones beads. Amazonite is a member of the feldspar family, Amazonite, also known as Amazon Stone, ranges in color from blue-green to green. It is an opaque stone, often found with...

Earthy beauty fills these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. With 20 facets, a star cut gemstone enhances even the most intense colors. It makes a great complement to PRESTIGE...

Add gemstone beauty to your jewelry designs with these beads from Dakota Stones. These blood quartz beads feature a beautiful blend of reddish-orange, deep red, brown, and frosted transparent colors. The matte finish gives them a soft appearance. They...

Create a rich color palette with these beads from Dakota Stones. These gemstone beads feature a beautiful blend of reddish-orange, deep red, brown, and frosted transparent colors. The matte finish gives them a soft appearance. They will add a rich look...

Decorate your jewelry designs with the gemstone style of these Dakota Stones beads. Fluorite is a luminous, soft and glassy stone, sometimes referred to as the most colorful mineral in the world. It is one of the most sought-after minerals among gem and...

Add accents of bold elegance to your designs with the matte onyx 4mm round beads from Dakota Stones. These small beads feature a solid shade of black with a soft, muted shine and a perfectly round shape. These are the perfect beads to pair with bright...

Earthy beauty fills these matte Picture Jasper beads from Dakota Stones. Available by the strand, these gemstone beads feature a rounded shape that you can use as spacers or focal points. Each bead features a wide stringing hole, perfect for using with...

Like twinkles of light from stars surrounded by inky darkness, the onyx 6mm faceted roundels from Dakota Stones display black color interspersed with twinkling shine. These rounded beads feature a glossy black color that is only enhanced by the small...

Bring a bit of green to your designs with these Dakota Stones gemstone beads. These Peridot beads have a classic round shape and feature facets that bring extra sparkle. They feature cheerful spring green color. Peridot is the birthstone for the month of...

For a touch of fun color in your projects, try these Dakota Stones beads. They feature deep pink color with swirling patterns. They are small in size, so they will bring fun pops of color to necklaces, bracelets, and earrings. Mexican crazy lace agate is...

Warm drops of purple color will accent your designs when you use the purple crazy lace agate 4mm round beads from Dakota Stones. These small round beads would make excellent spacers in colorful designs. The purple color is swirled with burgundy and black...

Simple, classic shape combines with rich, royal color in the purple crazy lace agate 8mm round beads from Dakota Stones. These beads would look beautiful with silk ribbon. The purple color is swirled with banded patterns of burgundy and black. They have...

Luxurious style can be yours with these gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. These round beads are tiny in size and feature diamond-shaped facets cut into the surface for added shine. These beads would work well in bead embroidery or seed bead designs. Use...

Bring daring style to your designs with these Dakota Stones beads. These red garnet beads feature a round shape with diamond-shaped facets bringing extra shine and texture to each bead. They are versatile in size, so you can use them in necklaces,...

Create an organic style with these gemstone beads. These gemstone beads feature a classic round shape that can be used anywhere. They are the perfect size for matching necklace and bracelet sets. These rhyolite beads feature swirls of sage, olive, cream,...

Sweeten up your style with these Dakota Stones beads. These gemstone beads feature a round shape with a star cut filled with triangular facets. You'll love using these beads in matching necklace and bracelet sets. These beads feature a soft, pale pink...

Bold color fills these 3mm round beads from Dakota Stones. These ruby beads feature red and purple colors, along with some brown and orange tones. These beads are small in size, so you can use them as small accents of color in earrings or a bracelet...

Add a sleek combination of colors to your designs with these snowflake obsidian 4mm round beads from Dakota Stones. Available by the strand, these beads feature black color accented by inclusions of small, white clustered crystals that produce a blotchy...

Honey color fills the Dakota Stones yellow Jade 4mm round beads. Available by the strand, these beads are perfectly round in shape, so they will work well in classic styles. They are small in size, making them excellent spacers or accents of color. This...

Denim lapis beads provide a more economical, lighter blue variety of lapis lazuli beads. Like other lapis, denim lapis contains grains of several blue minerals, including lazurite and sodalite, plus a matrix that includes speckles of pyrite. The lighter...

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Eagle Eye (Jasper?): It's difficult to find reliable information on Eagle Eye. We were told it's jasper, but it has hints of shimmer and translucence that don't normally occur in jaspers. Is it feldspar (like moonstone and labradorite)? Is it a gray form...

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Fancy Jasper beads are also known as India agate beads. These pretty semiprecious beads add color to any jewelry application with their swirls and speckles of lavender, green, pink, orange, and/or red on an opaque creamy beige or gray background. Some...

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Garnet is actually a group of closely related isomorphic minerals which can even intergrow within one crystal! Our green garnet beads are most likely Grossular garnet, which has a wide range of potential colors from a warm cinnamon color through shades...

Howlite beads are cut from a naturally white form of calcium silicoborate that often features a dark gray or black spider-web matrix. Sometimes called albino turquoise, white jasper, or white turquoise, naturally white howlite is perfect for creating...

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Also known as evening stone, lithia amethyst, and pink spodumene, kunzite offer a touch of pastels to our gemstone beads line. One of few naturally pink gemstones, this transparent stone is a pale-pink to lilac variety of the mineral spodumene. Similar...

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Agate is said to be named for the place it first was found — along the River Achates (now called the River Drillo) in Sicily. In ancient times, agate was highly valued as a talisman or amulet. It was said to quench thirst and protect from fever. Persian...

The name Lapis Lazuli comes from the Latin word for "stone" (lapis) and the Arabian word for "blue" (azul). True to their name, these semiprecious beads offer naturally blue shades with inclusions that twinkle like stars in the tales of the Arabian...