Description
- Approximate beads per strand: 38
- What is it: Tourmaline is part of a large group of boron silicate minerals with a wide range of colors. It has a Mohs hardness of 7 to 7.5.
- History: In the 1500s, a Spanish conquistador of Brazil, washed the dirt from a green tourmaline crystal and confused the gemstone with an emerald. The confusion with emeralds and tourmaline continued until scientists recognized tourmaline as aits own mineral species in the 1800s. Its name comes from the word toramalli, which means “mixed gems” in Sinhalese (a language of Sri Lanka).
- Metaphysical Properties: Tourmaline is believed to promote inspiration,happiness, and self-confidence among those who wear it. It's also used to balance opposite energies, as it's considered to be a spiritual bridge.
- What is it: Quartz is a common variety of silicon dioxide that often crystallizes into well-formed hexagonal prisms. It occurs in many colors, including purple amethyst, yellow citrine, and smokey quartz. Colorless, transparent quartz with little to no impurities are refered to as "crystal quartz".
- History: Crystal Quartz are among the earliest of prized gemstones. Uses of crystal date back to as far as 75,000 BC. Every culture on the planet has attributed magical powers to quartz crystals, as they are commonly made into "Crystal Balls," which are used in fortune telling. The Japanese considered it "the perfect jewel", symbolizing patience, perseverance, and purity.
- Metaphysical Properties: There is believed to be emotional healing properties of crystal quartz that remove feelings of negativity while encouraging positive feelings and thoughts. Considered to enhance awareness and improves one's perceptions. Energy levels increase, and thought processes are improved and clarified.
- Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from bead to bead
Additional Information
Shape: |
Round |
Material: |
Tourmaline |
Finish: |
Polished |
Hole Size: |
1mm |
Color: |
Multi Color |
Approx. Strand Length: |
16 inches |
Sold: |
By the strand |
Dimensions: |
10mm |
Material: |
Quartz |
Color: |
Black |
Range: |
10-11.9mm |
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