Description
- Approximate beads per strand: 45
- 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. Rose quartz is a very soft, cloudy pale pink color.
- History: Rose quartz has been dated back to 7000 BC have been found in the area once known as Mesopotamia (today’s Iraq). Rose quartz jewelry was known to be crafted by the Assyrians around 800-600 BC. The Assyrians, along with the Romans, might have been the first to use this stone.
- Metaphysical Properties: Rose Quartz is believed to have a soothing energy which fosters empathy, reconciliation, and forgiveness of others. Said to clear anger, jealousy, resentment, and allows healing of issues associated with holding on to such negative emotions.
- Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from bead to bead
Additional Information
Sold: |
By the strand |
Hole Size: |
.8mm |
Shape: |
Faceted Bicone |
Finish: |
Polished |
Color: |
Pink |
Approx. Strand Length: |
15.5 inches |
Dimensions: |
8mm |
Material: |
Rose Quartz |
Range: |
8-9.9mm |