Gemstone Beads

Gemstones have been used in jewelry making for as long as jewelry has existed, and many cultures associate different meanings and properties with different stones. Add interest and value to your beading projects with real semi-precious gemstone beads in a rainbow of colors and popular shapes. Our selection includes turquoise, amethyst, garnet, agate, jade, quartz, amazonite and more, perfect for bead stringing or wire wrapping. Discover premium quality gemstones from Dakota Stones, and mix and match with other natural materials such as wood, nut and ceramic beads, leather and hemp cord, and gemstone pendants. Find design inspiration with our gemstone beading projects  and gemstone videos, or get everything you need with a gemstone jewelry kit.

Due to the natural source of real gemstones, supplies are limited. Use the "Notify Me" option on sold out styles to get an alert once they become available again.

See also: Gemstone Meanings & Metaphysical Properties | Birthstone Guide | Anniversary Stone Guide

Gemstone Beads, Goldstone, Round 8mm, Copper Gold (14.5 Inch Strand)
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$5.29

Gemstone Beads, Goldstone, Round 8mm, Copper Gold (14.5 Inch Strand)

Natural goldstone gemstone beads. Shimmering cooper color beads with no inclusions. Classic round shape that is smooth across entire surface. Rec...

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Gemstone Beads, Agate, Round 6mm, Color Mix (14.5 Inch Strand)
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$3.25

Gemstone Beads, Agate, Round 6mm, Color Mix (14.5 Inch Strand)

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Sleek stone beads in a mix of colors, some natural, some dyed. Your beads will include most of the following colors: black, blue, yellow, russet...

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Gemstone Beads, Aventurine, Smooth Chip 6-12mm, Green (32 Inch Strand)
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$5.49

Gemstone Beads, Aventurine, Smooth Chip 6-12mm, Green (32 Inch Strand)

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Green aventurine gemstone beads. This stone ranges in color from green to light green with black speckles throughout. The chip shape make these g...

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Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Agate Druzy, Coin 12mm Iridescent Blue (2 Pieces)
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$5.79

Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Agate Druzy, Coin 12mm Iridescent Blue (2 Pieces)

Agate gemstone beads with rough druzy top from Dakota Stones. These stones feature an iridescent blue color on top. The back is is flat and not ...

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Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Purple Crazy Lace Agate, Round 6mm (8 Inch Strand)
$7.99

Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, Purple Crazy Lace Agate, Round 6mm (8 Inch Strand)

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Purple crazy lace agate gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. This stone is actually Mexican crazy lace agate that has been color enhanced with purpl...

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Gemstone Beads, Lapis Lazuli, Round 6mm, Denim Blue (15 Inch Strand)
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$4.87

Gemstone Beads, Lapis Lazuli, Round 6mm, Denim Blue (15 Inch Strand)

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Genuine Lapis Lazuli with a high ratio of marble inclusions, leading to a lighter and more mottled color, hence the name "Denim Lapis Lazuli". Mea...

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Gemstone Beads, Carnelian, Round 4mm, 14.75 Inch Strand, Red
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$4.29

Gemstone Beads, Carnelian, Round 4mm, 14.75 Inch Strand, Red

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Natural deep red-orange carnelian. A warm, versatile color. Some beads will show natural black, grey, or cream inclusions. Beads are 4-4.5mm in d...

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Gemstone Beads, Dyed Lava, Round 6mm, Bright Mixed Colors (14.5 Inch Strand)
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$4.65

Gemstone Beads, Dyed Lava, Round 6mm, Bright Mixed Colors (14.5 Inch Strand)

Natural lava gemstone beads. Lightweight porous beads with natural pits and cracks. These round lava beads have been dyed a variety of differen...

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Gemstone Beads, Hematite, Flat Heart 6mm, Metallic Gray (15.5 Inch Strand)
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$3.49

Gemstone Beads, Hematite, Flat Heart 6mm, Metallic Gray (15.5 Inch Strand)

Gleaming 6mm sleek, flat heart beads. Hematite occurs as a silvery, shiny opaque stone that almost looks like metal. Hematite is heavy and relati...

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Gemstone Beads, Hematite, Flat Star 6mm, Metallic Gray (15.5 Inch Strand)
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$3.69

Gemstone Beads, Hematite, Flat Star 6mm, Metallic Gray (15.5 Inch Strand)

Gleaming 6mm sleek, flat star beads. Hematite occurs as a silvery, shiny opaque stone that almost looks like metal. Hematite is heavy and relativ...

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Gemstone Beads, Serpentine, Round 6mm, Olive Green (15 Inch Strand)
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$4.67

Gemstone Beads, Serpentine, Round 6mm, Olive Green (15 Inch Strand)

A beautiful fashionable shade of green. Olive 'Jade' is a Serpentine stone, from the Silicates family of minerals. Some of the mystical healing pr...

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Gemstone Beads, Agate, Round 10mm, Black (14.5 Inch Strand)
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$5.29

Gemstone Beads, Agate, Round 10mm, Black (14.5 Inch Strand)

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Agate gemstone beads. This stone is black in color with white and brown marbled inclusions. The surface has been sealed and color enhanced with r...

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Gemstone Beads,Larimar Candy Jade, Round 8mm, Light Blue (14.5 Inch Strand)
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$5.59

Gemstone Beads,Larimar Candy Jade, Round 8mm, Light Blue (14.5 Inch Strand)

These dyed beads are a lovely shade of larimar blue! Candy jade starts off as an almost white raw stone which is then dyed to the core. Please N...

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Gemstone Beads, Aventurine, Round 8mm, Green (15.5 Inch Strand)
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$9.45

Gemstone Beads, Aventurine, Round 8mm, Green (15.5 Inch Strand)

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Medium green stones, with some natural variation in color. Round beads made of natural green aventurine. Measurements: 8mm diameter. Quantit...

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Gemstone Beads, Obsidian, Round 4mm, Mahogany (15 Inch Strand)
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$3.99

Gemstone Beads, Obsidian, Round 4mm, Mahogany (15 Inch Strand)

These round beads are made from a reddish brown opaque obsidian, with black banded, streaked, and spotted patterns. Some of the mystical healing p...

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Gemstone Beads, Hematite, Diamond Cut Square 1x2mm, Matte Iridescent Purple (6 Inch Strand)
$5.19

Gemstone Beads, Hematite, Diamond Cut Square 1x2mm, Matte Iridescent Purple (6 Inch Strand)

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Tiny hematite gemstone beads. These beads have been electroplated with a matte iridescent purple finish. Each strand contains uniform diamond cu...

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Gemstone Beads, Dyed Magnesite, Flat Skull 21x20mm, Dark Color Mix (16 Inch Strand)
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$2.29

Gemstone Beads, Dyed Magnesite, Flat Skull 21x20mm, Dark Color Mix (16 Inch Strand)

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Fun multi-color flat skull beads. These beads are made of tumbled Magnesite. Dyed in an assortment of colors. Drilled through, top to bottom. ...

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Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, White Howlite, Round 4mm, 8 Inch Strand
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$5.69

Dakota Stones Gemstone Beads, White Howlite, Round 4mm, 8 Inch Strand

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Howlite gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. This stone is white in color with natural grey and black marbling. The round shape make these great fo...

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Gemstone Guru Beads, Agate, Barrel 18mm, Black (1 Set)
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$3.49

Gemstone Guru Beads, Agate, Barrel 18mm, Black (1 Set)

Black aventurine gemstone beads. This stone is black with natural grey and white inclusions. The surface has been sealed and color enhanced with...

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Gemstone Beads, Agate, Round 6mm, Green (15 Inch Strand)
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$4.57

Gemstone Beads, Agate, Round 6mm, Green (15 Inch Strand)

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Genuine agate gemstone beads featuring a deep green color. Measurements: 6mm diameter. 1mm hole diameter. Quantity: One 15 inch Strand. Each st...

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Gemstone Beads, Carnelian, Round 8.5mm, Orange (15 Inch Strand)
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$6.05

Gemstone Beads, Carnelian, Round 8.5mm, Orange (15 Inch Strand)

A fascinating mix of natural carnelian colors, strung randomly as in picture. Great for fall and winter fashions. Most beads will fall within the...

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