Description
- Approximate beads per strand: 115
- What is it: Emerald is a gemstone and a variety beryl and is green because of trace amounts of chromium and sometimes vandium.
- History: The first known emerald mines were in Egypt around 330 BC. Cleopatra was known to have a passion for emerald, and had royal objects encrusted in them. During the sixteenth-century when Spanish explorers invaded the New World. The Incas had already been using emeralds in their jewelry for over 500 years.
- Metaphysical Properties: Emerald is said to bring loyalty and enhance love, unity, and promote friendship. Emerald stimulates the heart chakra, helping to heal emotions..
- Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from bead to bead
Additional Information
Hole Size: |
.5mm |
Sold: |
By the strand |
Dimensions: |
3mm |
Shape: |
Faceted Cube |
Finish: |
Polished |
Color: |
Green |
Material: |
Emerald |
Approx. Strand Length: |
15 inches |
Range: |
3-3.9mm |
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