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.
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See also: Gemstone Meanings & Metaphysical Properties | Birthstone Guide | Anniversary Stone Guide
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Rose quartz gemstone beads. This stone is light pink with natural white and light inclusions. The surface has been sealed and color enhanced wit...
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Magnesite gemstone beads, stabilized with resin and white turquoise color. Elephant shape.. The color has not rubbed off during tests, but we w...
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Natural aventurine gemstone beads. Deep orange in color with a few black inclusions. Classic round shape recommended for use between other stone ...
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Varying from clear to translucent milky white with occasional blue flashes. Measurements: These real rainbow moonstone beads are handcut. Approx...
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Glittering goldstone beads. Temporarily strung, 15 inch strand, approximately 25 beads. Hole is about 1.2mm in diameter. Beads measure 14mm long...
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Lapis lazuli gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. This stone is deep blue in color with natural gold and white marbling. The surface has been color...
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There are two kinds of chemically distinct stones that are called jade. One is called nephrite jade, and one is called jadeite. These beads are Ch...
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Dyed quartz gemstone beads. This stone is light pink in color with red, white and clear inclusions. The oval shape makes these great for many p...
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Lovely shades of green. Yes, they are dyed! Candy Jade is the latest in gemstone innovations. The raw stone is almost white. Through a propriet...
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Tiger eye gemstone beads. This stone is brown with gold chatoyancy depending on how the light hits the stone. The chip shape makes these great fo...
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These classic wide briolette beads are perfect for your necklace and earring projects! The hand cut glass has a beautiful light green color! Appr...
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A great way to get a varied selection of beads without having to purchase large quantities of each. Semi-precious gemstone beads and glass beads m...
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Magnesite gemstone beads, stabilized with resin and color. String these heishi cylinder shaped beads between other stone or string as is. The c...
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Mixed gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. Each strand may include any or all of the following: crystal quartz, unakite, bronzite, amazonite, rose q...
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These spooky skull beads are reminiscent of Dia De Los Muertos skulls. These beads are made of white turquoise. Beads are ivory color with brow...
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Intense Lapis Blue color. Yes, these beads are dyed! Candy Jade is the latest in gemstone innovations. The raw stone is almost white. Through a p...
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Small green stones, with some natural variation in color. Round beads made of natural green aventurine. Measurements: 6-6.5mm diameter. Quan...
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Garnet gemstone beads. This stone is deep red in color with a few black inclusions. The chip shape make these great for many projects. String with...
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Amethyst gemstone beads. This stone is deep purple in color with natural white and clear inclusions. The nugget shape makes these great for many ...
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Beautiful blue turquoise beads, stabilized with resin and color enhanced for durable good looks. A fascinating mix of natural and dyed colors. W...
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Labradorite gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. This stone is a grey milky translucent color with flashes of blue and green opalescence. The facete...
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Pink crazy lace agate gemstone beads from Dakota Stones. This stone is actually Mexican crazy lace agate that has been color enhanced with fuchsia...
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Magnesite gemstone beads, stabilized with resin and color. Starfish shape with carved detailing. The color has not rubbed off during tests, but...
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Vibrant fuchsia pink color. Yes, they are dyed! Candy Jade is the latest in gemstone innovations. The raw stone is almost white. Through a prop...
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