Description
- Approximate beads per strand: 140
- What is it: Sapphires are a variety of corundum with a Mohs hardness scale of 9. They come in many other colors, although red sapphires are actually called rubies. Sapphires are the birthstone for September.
- History: For centuries, sapphire has been associated with royalty and romance. Sapphires recently became even more associated with this in 1981, when Britain’s Prince Charles gave a blue sapphire engagement ring to Lady Diana Spencer.
- Metaphysical Properties: Sapphires are known as the "wisdom stone", and each color of Sapphire brings its own type of wisdom. It is said to release mental tension, depression, unwanted thoughts, and confusion.
- What is it: A ruby is a pink to red colored gemstone, a variety of corundum. Ruby is the birthstone for July. Ruby is used in all forms of jewelry, including bracelets, necklaces, rings, and earrings.
- History: In the ancient language of Sanskrit, ruby is called ratnaraj, or “king of precious stones.” Some ancient cultures believed that rubies and other gemstones grew on trees, just like fruit. The rubies would begin budding as small white gems, and would slowly grow and ripen, turning red in the light of the sun.
- Metaphysical Properties: Rubies are believed to improve energy, concentration, creativity, loyalty, and compassion. Ruby is said to stimulate heart chakra and bring spiritual wisdom while shielding againt psychic attacks.
- 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: |
.4mm |
Color: |
Multi Color |
Sold: |
By the strand |
Finish: |
Polished |
Shape: |
Rondel |
Approx. Strand Length: |
14 inches |
Dimensions: |
3-3.5mm |
Material: |
Sapphire |
Range: |
3-3.9mm |
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