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Gemstone Beads for Jewellery Making

Our Gemstone Beads are sourced from around the world and hand-picked by qualified Gemmologist Marie Chalmers FGA DGA for their colour, quality and value. Choose from smooth rounds, faceted beads, nuggets, rondelles and drops in sizes from tiny 4mm spacers to bold statement pieces. For rarer stones and top-grade strands, explore The Creators Collection, or finish your designs with ready-made Bead Bracelets.

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  • Crazy Agate Oval Approx 10x14mm Beads Approx 38cm Strand

    Crazy Agate Beads 10x14mm – Oval Gemstone (38cm) Strand

    £19.50
  • Crazy Agate Square Approx 15mm Beads Approx 39cm Strand

    15mm Crazy Agate Beads – Square Gemstone Strand (38cm)

    £22.50
  • Dyed Agate Rectangle Approx 20 x 15mm Beads Approx 40cm Strand

    20 x 15mm Agate (dyed) Beads – Rectangle Gemstone Strand (40cm)

    £26.50
  • Dyed Agate Fuschia Barrel Shape Approx 18mm Beads Approx 21cm Strand

    18mm Agate Fuschia (dyed) Beads – Barrel Shape Gemstone Strand (21cm)

    £17.50
  • Dyed Agate Black/White Elongated Round Approx 20mm Beads Approx 21cm Strand

    20mm Agate Black & White (dyed) Beads – Elongated Round Gemstone Strand (21cm)

    £17.50
  • Dyed Agate Brown/Green Elongated Round Approx 20mm Beads Approx 21cm Strand

    20mm Agate Brown & Green (dyed) Beads – Elongated Round Gemstone Strand (21cm)

    £17.50
  • Dyed Agate Brown/Green Barrel Shape Approx 18mm Beads Approx 21cm Strand

    18mm Agate Brown & Green Beads – Barrel Shape Gemstone Strand (21cm)

    £17.50
  • Dyed Agate Orange Barrel Shape Approx 18mm Beads Approx 21cm Strand

    18mm Agate Orange (dyed) Beads – Barrel Shape Gemstone Strand (21cm)

    £17.50
  • Red Botswana Agate Triangle Cut Approx 5-6 mm Approx 40cm Strand

    Red Botswana Agate Beads 5-6mm – Triangle Cut Gemstone (40cm) Strand

    £14.50
  • Obsidian Cat Head Bead Approx 12 - 13mm Through Drilled 3pc Pack

    12 – 13mm Obsidian Bead – Cat Head Through Drilled 3pc Pack

    £7.50
  • Obsidian Carved Cat Head Bead Approx 15mm Side Drilled 3pc Pack

    Obsidian Bead 15mm – Carved Cat Head Side Drilled 3pc Pack

    £7.50
  • Obsidian Carved Cat Bead Approx 23mm 1pc

    Obsidian Bead 23mm – Carved Cat 1pc

    £7.50
  • Lapis Lazuli Puffy Heart Bead Approx 20mm Half Drilled 1pc

    Lapis Lazuli Bead 20mm – Puffy Heart Gemstone Half Drilled 1pc

    £22.00
  • Labradorite Smooth Pear Shaped Beads Approx 18 x 13mm 11pcs per Strand

    Labradorite Beads 18x13mm – Smooth Pear Shaped Gemstones 11pcs per strand

    £19.50
  • Peridot Micro Faceted Round Beads Approx 2mm 38cm Strand

    Peridot Micro Faceted Round Beads Approx 2mm 38cm Strand

    £5.50
  • Indian Agate Smooth Round Approx 10mm 38 cm Strand

    Indian Agate Smooth Round Approx 10mm 38 cm Strand

    £8.00
  • Llanite Pink Smooth Round Approx 4mm 38 cm Strand

    Llanite Pink Smooth Round Approx 4mm 38 cm Strand

    £6.00
  • Abalone Shell Silver (constructed) Beads 14x14mm - Square Gemstone (38cm) Strand

    Abalone Shell Silver (constructed) Beads 14x14mm – Square Gemstone (38cm) Strand

    £21.00
  • Abalone Shell Silver (Constructed) Beads 12x12mm - Square Gemstone (38cm) Strand

    Abalone Shell Silver (Constructed) Beads 12x12mm – Square Gemstone (38cm) Strand

    £19.50
  • Abalone Shell Silver (constructed) Beads 14x14mm - Coin Shaped Gemstone (38cm) Strand

    Abalone Shell Silver (constructed) Beads 14x14mm – Coin Shaped Gemstone (38cm) Strand

    £19.50

How do I work out how many Gemstone Beads are on a strand?

Divide the strand length by the bead size. For example, a 38cm strand of 8mm beads holds about 47 beads, and the same strand of 6mm beads holds about 63. Nuggets and irregular shapes vary, so the count is approximate.

What size Gemstone Beads should I use for a bracelet?

6–10mm beads are the most popular. An average adult wrist needs a bracelet of about 18–19cm, which is around 22–24 beads at 8mm.

What should I string Gemstone Beads on?

Nylon-coated beading wire is strong and holds its shape, so it suits necklaces and heavier stones. Silk or nylon thread drapes softly and works well for knotted designs. Elastic cord is the quickest option for stretchy bracelets. For heavy or sharp-edged beads, choose a thicker wire so it won’t wear through.

How do I look after my Gemstone Beads?

Wipe them with a soft, dry cloth, and keep them away from perfume, lotions and cleaning products. Store strands flat or hanging so the thread doesn’t stretch, and keep them apart from harder stones that could scratch them. For care advice on individual stones, see Marie’s Gemstone guides, such as Amethyst.

Do you sell ready-made Gemstone bracelets?

Yes. Our Bead Bracelets are strung on stretchy cord in a range of Gemstones and sizes.

What’s the difference between a strand and a bracelet?

A strand is a full length of loose Beads on temporary thread, ready for you to restring into your own designs. A bracelet is finished and ready to wear.

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