{"title":"Stand Together With Blue","description":"\u003cp\u003eBlue bracelets that are ready to go, and a selection of blue beads that you can use to whip up your own!\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"aquamarine-14-5mm-bracelet-on-elastic","title":"Aquamarine 14.5mm Stretch Bracelet","description":"\u003cdiv id=\"yui_3_10_1_1_1393568896968_432\" class=\"product-excerpt\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine Aquamarine 14.5mm Stretch Bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx. 7\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Elastic bead Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquamarine is the blue stone in the beryl family and gets its name from Latin words meaning water and sea. While it is found all over the world, the best aquamarines come from Columbia and Brazil. The gemstone Aquamarine is the modern March birthstone. It is also the birth stone for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio. Ancient aquamarine crystals have been found in Egyptian mummy tombs. Aquamarine is commonly associated with water, and folklore tells that sailors would carry it for protection at sea to keep them safe and prevent seasickness. It is also rumored a wonderful meditation stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208369924,"sku":"9526","price":225.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9578copy.jpg?v=1717186871"},{"product_id":"vintage-afghan-donkey-beads","title":"Vintage Afghan Donkey Beads \/ Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Afghan Donkey Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous in Middle Eastern folk lore are \" Donkey\" hand wound glass beads ca.1940-60 are believed to have the power to transform or \"lead\" the thoughts of another person to the owner's train of thought by laying the beads on another person's shoulder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfghanistan origin ca.1940-60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208255428,"sku":null,"price":285.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/Vintage_Afghan_Donkey_Beads.jpg?v=1717607709"},{"product_id":"19th-century-russian-blues-faceted-tubes","title":"19th Century \"Russian Blues\" Faceted Tube Beads \/ Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19th Century \"Russian Blues\" Faceted Tubes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine 19th century Bohemian hand drawn, hand faceted \" Russian Blues\" used as high level Trade Currency in Nigeria and Cameroon.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTheir nickname \"Russian Blues\" came into existence as they were brought into the Alaskan bead trade by Russian fur traders to the west coast of the United States and Canada during the 19th Century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese exquisitely colored and faceted beads also entered the African Trade, mainly through Nigeria and Ghana. They are identical to the versions used in North America and Canada as they came from the same factories in Bohemia (situated today in the northern part of the Czech Republic and a small part of what used to be East Germany). Bohemian factories had been making glassware, vases and cups since the 12th century.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThere are two types of glass techniques from which Russian Blues were created; drawn tubes or moulded manufacture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRussian Blues that were created from drawn tubes underwent the following process: a bubble is formed in a blob of hot molten glass. The blob is then stretched out onto the end of a metal tube, creating a hot glass tube that is then cut into smaller sections forming beads. The initial bubble becomes the hole in the bead center. Individual beads were cut from 6 to 8 sided simple or compound (two layer) tubes. Each bead then was ground by hand at different angles creating a multi-faceted effect, sometimes as sparkling as a gemstone. The number of facets and degree of quality was dependent on the skill of the glass faceting\/ grinding craftsman. Some of the largest Russian Blue shapes can have as many as fifty or more facets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRussian Blues that were created in the moulded process underwent the following procedure: thick rods of glass are heated to molten consistency and fed into a complex apparatus that stamps the glass, including a needle that pierces a hole. The beads again are rolled in hot sand to remove flashing and soften seam lines. In some of the moulded beads, the left over glass in the seams of the mold was removed by hand finishing. Pressed or molded beads are associated with lower labour costs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 32\" ( Beaded Section 26\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : 11 x 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \"Russian Blue\" strands offered here are in the same configuration as they were purchased in West Africa years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"A","offer_id":45208228164,"sku":"8781","price":628.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"B","offer_id":39340354994261,"sku":"13006","price":388.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"C","offer_id":39340357189717,"sku":"8782","price":280.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P1020668_copy.jpg?v=1619038153"},{"product_id":"vintage-donkey-bead-necklace-afghanistan-origin-ca-1940-60","title":"Vintage Donkey Bead Necklace Afghanistan origin ca.1940-60","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFamous in Middle Eastern folk lore are \" Donkey\" hand wound glass beads ca.1940-60 are believed to have the power to transform or \"lead\" the thoughts of another person to the owner's train of thought by laying the beads on another person's shoulder\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfghanistan origin ca.1940-60\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx.: W 12mm x H 6 - 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand Length : Approx. 27\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207931268,"sku":"11241","price":132.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_1304-01.jpg?v=1719614018"},{"product_id":"19th-c-czech-russian-blue-glass-trade-beads","title":"19th Century Bohemian \"Vaseline\" Diamond Shaped Glass Necklace, A","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, rare mould cast Russian Blue glass trade beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraded in Mali and Nigeria in the 19th C. as high level prestige beads and trade currency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 39\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 10 x 6mm to 15 x 12mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207912644,"sku":"10218","price":960.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P1020650_copy_07062748-2863-4ac4-b334-7c65b9f17586.jpg?v=1516746613"},{"product_id":"19th-c-czech-russian-blue-trade-beads","title":"19th Century Bohemian \"Vaseline\" Diamond Shape Glass Bead Necklace, B","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFine, rare mould cast Russian Blue glass trade beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTraded in Mali and Nigeria in the 19th C. as high level prestige beads and trade currency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 38\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 12 x 20mm to 14 x 33mm, 26mm (Round Bead)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207912580,"sku":"10218 (01)","price":960.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P1020641_copy.jpg?v=1516746624"},{"product_id":"aquamarine-14mm-bracelet-on-elastic-cord","title":"Aquamarine 14mm Stretch Bracelet on Elastic Cord","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquamarine Bracelet 14mm on Stretch Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. Bead Size 14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize approx. 7\"\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Elastic Bead Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAquamarine is the blue stone in the beryl family \u003c\/span\u003eand gets its name from Latin words meaning water and sea.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e While it is found all over the world, the best aquamarines come from Columbia and Brazil. \u003c\/span\u003eThe gemstone Aquamarine is the modern March birthstone. It is also the birth stone for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio. Ancient aquamarine crystals have been found in Egyptian mummy tombs. Aquamarine is commonly associated with water, and folklore tells that sailors would carry it for protection at sea \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eto keep them safe and prevent seasickness. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is also rumored a wonderful meditation stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207897540,"sku":"7912","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9575copy.jpg?v=1716684440"},{"product_id":"arizona-sleeping-beauty-natural-turquoise-faceted-rondelles-6-7mm-strand","title":"Arizona Sleeping Beauty Natural Turquoise Faceted Rondelles 6-7mm Strand","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eNatural hand faceted Arizona Sleeping Beauty Turquoise \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eApprox.6.5 mm x 4.5 mm rondelles \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003e8\" bead length on soft flex wire with silk tassels\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurquoise is an opaque gemstone with rich color variations from green and greenish blue to bright sky blue shades. Turquoise has been an important gemstone in many cultures for thousands of years. The name turquoise is said to have originated when was gem was first brought to Europe by traders from Asia Minor, even though the traders were not necessarily of Turkish origin. Most likely Turquoise from that time came from mines in Egypt, not Turkey. Today important deposits are also found in Afghanistan, Australia, Brazil, China, Tibet, Israel, United States and Mexico. Historically, the Aztecs mined turquoise in an area now known as New Mexico and a significant amount of fine Turquoise still comes from Arizona, California and Nevada.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThroughout history Turquoise has been considered a precious stone by ancient Egyptian, Persian, and other Eastern cultures. In the ancient Persian myth, the sky-blue gemstones were earlier worn round the neck or wrist as protection against unnatural death. If they changed colour, the wearer was thought to have reason to fear the approach of doom. The Aztecs and other Mesoamerican peoples valued Turquoise very highly; Aztecs and many Native American cultures cherished turquoise for its healing and protective power, and it's power to attract beneficial spirits. It is extremely prized in Tibet, where it is considered more valuable than gold, and is sometimes worn one’s entire life as a dowry heirloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn many cultures of the Old and New Worlds, this gemstone has been esteemed for thousands of years as a holy stone, a bringer of good fortune or a protective talisman. A common belief shared by many of these civilizations held that turquoise possessed certain protective\/ preventative qualities to fend off a disease or other misfortune. Turquoise was thought to change colour with the wearer's health and protect him or her from untoward forces. In more contemporary stone folklore, it is rumored to strengthen and align personal drive and aid in success, as well as protect good health and ease tension.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":1041195520,"sku":"12004","price":147.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/912ccb1296711ed3d68a1f56df12959a_1024x1024_838911f3-7fa9-4ee3-9c0e-56f9d060a711.jpg?v=1516747204"},{"product_id":"faceted-lapis-lazuli-and-sterling-silver-accents-with-sterling-silver-lobster-claw-clasp","title":"Faceted Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Accents with Sterling Silver Lobster Claw Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Lapis Lazuli and Sterling Silver Accents with Sterling Silver Lobster Claw Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7.5\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size range 2-4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Soft Flex Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLapis\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_650\"\u003e has been used for more than 6000 years for fine jewelry and ornamental objects. Its name is from \"lapis\" the Latin word for stone,  and \"azul,\" the word commonly meaning blue. Lapis Lazuli is made up of 25 to 40 percent lazurite, plus several minerals (Sodalite, Hauyne, Calcite, and Pyrite) that influence color and its distribution. Lapis Lazuli is considered a semi-precious stone and \u003c\/span\u003eis found throughout the Middle East, most specifically Egypt and Afghanistan. Because of its bright blue color, Lapis Lazuli was ground up to make paint and dye pigments. Prior to the 19th century, it was used as the pigment ultramarine in tempra, and oil paints. Ancient Egyptian nobility such as Cleopatra used finely ground lapis as eye shadow. 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(Sterling 3mm) (Lapis 7x10mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Silk Bead Cord \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Lapis\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_650\"\u003e has been used for more than 6000 years for fine jewelry and ornamental objects. Its name is from \"lapis\" the Latin word for stone,  and \"azul,\" the word commonly meaning blue. Lapis Lazuli is made up of 25 to 40 percent lazurite, plus several minerals (Sodalite, Hauyne, Calcite, and Pyrite) that influence color and its distribution. Lapis Lazuli is considered a semi-precious stone and \u003c\/span\u003eis found throughout the Middle East, most specifically Egypt and Afghanistan. Because of its bright blue color, Lapis Lazuli was ground up to make paint and dye pigments. Prior to the 19th century, it was used as the pigment ultramarine in tempra, and oil paints. Ancient Egyptian nobility such as Cleopatra used finely ground lapis as eye shadow. 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(Aqua 4x7mm) (Pyrite 12-14mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted on Silk Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAquamarine is the blue stone in the beryl family \u003c\/span\u003eand gets its name from Latin words meaning water and sea.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e While it is found all over the world, the best aquamarines come from Columbia and Brazil. \u003c\/span\u003eThe gemstone Aquamarine is the modern March birthstone. It is also the birth stone for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio. Ancient aquamarine crystals have been found in Egyptian mummy tombs. Aquamarine is commonly associated with water, and folklore tells that sailors would carry it for protection at sea \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eto keep them safe and prevent seasickness. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is also rumored a wonderful meditation stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ePyrite is a metallic mineral that derives from iron.  Because of its color, it has also been given the nickname, “fool’s gold.”  Most Pyrite comes from the United States, although it is also found across Europe. \u003c\/span\u003ePyrite is usually found associated with other sulfides and oxides and is found in quartz veins, coal beds and even sometimes in fossils. Despite being nicknamed fool's gold, Pyrite is sometimes found in association with small quantities of gold. Gold and arsenic occur as a coupled substitution in the pyrite structure. Marcasite jewelry, made from small faceted pieces of Pyrite, often set in silver, was popular in the Victorian era and is still manufactured today.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Its name comes from the Greek word, “pyr,” meaning “fire.”\u003c\/span\u003esince it produces sparks when struck by steel or flint.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e In some French folklore, it is called “Pierre de Sante,” meaning “stone of health,” as it is believed to heal the entire body.  Pyrite is also rumored in stone lore to enhance communication and increase physical stamina.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207393220,"sku":"FAPKB","price":138.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9586copy.jpg?v=1627070707"},{"product_id":"blue-labradorite-faceted-bracelet-with-sterling-silver-spring-clasp","title":"Blue Labradorite Faceted Bracelet with Sterling Silver Spring Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Faceted Labradorite Bracelet with Sterling Silver Spring Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength: Approx. 7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Soft Flex Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLabradorite\u003c\/span\u003e is an iridescent gemstone with a beautiful \u003cem\u003eschiller\u003c\/em\u003e or metallic luster when viewed from certain angles. A member of the plagioclase feldspar group along with Sunstone, \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLabradorite is known as a smokey grayish\/green mineral base that creates an amazing metallic rainbow, \u003c\/span\u003ereferred to as \"labradorescence\"\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e. Lab\u003c\/span\u003eradorite was named after the Labrador Peninsula in eastern Canada where it was first found around 1770. Deposits have also been found in Australia, Finland, Madagascar, India, Mexico and the Adirondack Mountains in the United States.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e In stone lore, Labradorite is rumored to dispel negative energy, ease anxiety and feelings of depression, and enhance intuition and self confidence during difficult times.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207126852,"sku":"BFLRB","price":128.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF7987copy.jpg?v=1614977915"},{"product_id":"bohemian-cobalt-glass-10mm-rounds","title":"Bohemian Cobalt Glass 10mm Rounds \/ Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBohemian Cobalt Glass 10mm Rounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCirca 1900, these beautifully rich deep color cobalt blue beads were found in Mali and Nigeria, and are a late version of the beloved Dutch Cobalt Glass beads from the 18th-19th Century that were important Heirloom and Prestige Beads among the Dogon of Mali.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size : 10mm rounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand length approx. 24\" ( beaded section 21\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206904324,"sku":"8726","price":62.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_1054-01.jpg?v=1607561810"},{"product_id":"dutch-cobalt-hand-wound-beads-18th-19th-century-dogon-heirloom-beads-necklaces","title":"Dutch Cobalt Hand Wound Beads 18th-19th Century Dogon Heirloom Beads \/ Necklaces","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDutch Cobalt Hand Wound Beads 18th-19th Century Dogon Heirloom Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the earliest hand wound glass beads that entered the African Trade were created in Holland. These large, deeply cobalt blue colored beads were extensively traded among the Dogon people of Mali, West Africa in the 18th and 19th century Spice Trade. The beads were carried into Mali via early Dutch Traders and were sometimes also referred to as Dutch East India Company Trade Beads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolland's bead industry was rather short lived, but was extremely active in it's heyday. By 1550, it was reported that there was an active community of Venetian glass makers from Murano setting up shop in Amsterdam. Our fine example in the photograph was likely created somewhere between the 1700's to mid 1800's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese treasured antique Heirloom Beads were often used by Dogon people as Dowry Currency, or Bride Wealth. They were passed down through generations of Dogon women for over 200 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed as High Level Trade Currency and Prestige Beads among Dogon and Fulani people in Mali.\u003cspan class=\"st\"\u003e Amma is the supreme god in the mythology of the Dogon people of Mali in West Africa. Amma created a \"cosmic egg,\" which was the source of the universe.\u003c\/span\u003e These gorgeous beads would have been enormously exotic and richly colored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese rare and \"foreign\" glass beads were highly valued trade commodities in Africa, and became the highest level Prestige and Dowry Currency throughout the Continent. The most rare and beautiful were often collected and worn by African Kings and their Royal Courts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMeasure Approx.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA: 32\" long, 11mm to 14mm bead size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eB: 35\" long, 9mm to 13mm bead size\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand length approx: 35\"( beaded section 32\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese superb strand with deep cobalt coloration hand wound 18th to 19th century Dutch beads remains in the original configuration as it was purchased in Mali, West Africa years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"A","offer_id":11494387012,"sku":"11170","price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"B","offer_id":11494387076,"sku":"11170","price":548.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF8619copy.jpg?v=1619039254"},{"product_id":"dutch-east-india-company-cobalt-hand-wound-18th-19th-century-dogon-heirloom-beads","title":"Dutch East India Company Cobalt Hand Wound 18th-19th Century Dogon Heirloom Beads \/ Necklaces","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDutch East India Company Cobalt Hand Wound 18th-19th Century Dogon Heirloom Beads\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the earliest hand wound glass beads that entered the African Trade were created in Holland. These large, deeply cobalt blue colored beads were extensively traded among the Dogon people of Mali, West Africa in the 18th and 19th century Spice Trade. The beads were carried into Mali via early Dutch Traders and were sometimes also referred to as Dutch East India Company Trade Beads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolland's bead industry was rather short lived, but was extremely active in it's heyday. By 1550, it was reported that there was an active community of Venetian glass makers from Murano setting up shop in Amsterdam. Our fine example in the photograph was likely created somewhere between the 1700's to mid 1800's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese treasured antique Heirloom Beads were often used by Dogon people as Dowry Currency, or Bride Wealth. They were passed down through generations of Dogon women for over 200 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed as High Level Trade Currency and Prestige Beads among Dogon and Fulani people in Mali.\u003cspan class=\"st\"\u003e Amma is the supreme god in the mythology of the Dogon people of Mali in West Africa. Amma created a \"cosmic egg,\" which was the source of the universe.\u003c\/span\u003e These gorgeous beads would have been enormously exotic and richly colored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese rare and \"foreign\" glass beads were highly valued trade commodities in Africa, and became the highest level Prestige and Dowry Currency throughout the Continent. The most rare and beautiful were often collected and worn by African Kings and their Royal Courts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 12mm  x 14mm to 18mm x 20mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand length approx. 32\" ( beaded section 29\")\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese superb strand with deep cobalt coloration hand wound 18th to 19th century Dutch beads remains in the original configuration as it was purchased in Mali, West Africa years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"A","offer_id":45206902020,"sku":"12136","price":760.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"B","offer_id":39345993744469,"sku":"12136","price":760.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"C","offer_id":39345995841621,"sku":"12136","price":760.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF8648copy.jpg?v=1619282141"},{"product_id":"czech-elbows-with-19th-century-russian-blues-beads-necklace","title":"Czech \"Elbows\" with 19th Century \"Russian Blues\" Beads \/ Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtremely Rare Czech \"Elbows\" Circa 1900 Extra Large in Deep Blue Color strung with Fine \"Russian Blue\" Hand Faceted 19th Century Trade Beads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads of this high quality and extreme rarity were of the highest level of African Trade Beads and would have been considered important and greatly valued as a Prestige Bead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx: 8mm x 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand length approx: 31\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe necklace is in the original configuration as it was found in Nigeria years ago. Lovingly strung on a fresh cotton cord with a button clasp featuring a fine Indian recycled glass trade bead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"A","offer_id":11495275012,"sku":null,"price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"B","offer_id":11495275076,"sku":null,"price":340.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_1170-01_8a201826-98a7-426f-be93-55bcebe0c013.jpg?v=1720915998"},{"product_id":"19th-century-venetian-blue-eye-beads","title":"19th Century Venetian Blue \"Eye\" Beads \/ Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19th Century Venetian Extremely Rare Blue Hand Inlaid Lampwork Eye Beads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads of this high quality and extreme rarity were of the highest level of African Trade Beads and would have been considered important and greatly valued as a Prestige Bead.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx:  14mm x 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand length approx: 41\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe necklace is on the original market stranding as it was found in Nigeria years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206895172,"sku":null,"price":2240.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_1220-01.jpg?v=1716250947"},{"product_id":"aquamarine-and-buddha-charm-bracelet-with-sterling-silver-trigger-clasp","title":"Aquamarine and Buddha Charm Bracelet with Sterling Silver Trigger Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquamarine and Buddha Charm Bracelet with SS Trigger Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 6 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. 4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Soft Flex Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAquamarine is the blue stone in the beryl family \u003c\/span\u003eand gets its name from Latin words meaning water and sea.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e While it is found all over the world, the best aquamarines come from Columbia and Brazil. \u003c\/span\u003eThe gemstone Aquamarine is the modern March birthstone. It is also the birth stone for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio. Ancient aquamarine crystals have been found in Egyptian mummy tombs. Aquamarine is commonly associated with water, and folklore tells that sailors would carry it for protection at sea \u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eto keep them safe and prevent seasickness. \u003c\/span\u003eIt is also rumored a wonderful meditation stone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206651204,"sku":"AFRBWB1","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF7956copy.jpg?v=1614356452"},{"product_id":"chalcedony-opal-medium-rondelles","title":"Chalcedony Opals Medium Rondelles Strand","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChalcedony Opals Medium Rondelles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : 4mm x 7mm to 9mm x 11mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 18\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" title=\"click here\" href=\"https:\/\/beadsofparadisenyc.com\/products\/make-this-a-necklace?variant=45208541956\"\u003eMake this Gem Strand Into A Necklace\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe term Chalcedony is derived from the name of the ancient Greek town Chalkedon in Asia Minor.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn contemporary stone lore,\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis thought in lore to promote emotional balance and open the heart to kindness and charity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gemstone Opal is the official October birthstone.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOpal is related to quartz, although it is much softer due to its high water content.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAs light enters the Opal, it bends around the edges of tiny particles of hydrated silica, \"chips\" of silicon and oxygen suspended in water within the stone. When it is diffracted, the light that is made up of all visible colors, each with its own wavelength, produces an entire rainbow of colors.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eThey can internally display virtually any color, and Opals with the most “fire” are the most valuable.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eDiffraction can cause flashes of any color of the rainbow (opalescent).\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e  Australia produces 97% of the world’s Opals, although the reddish-orange “fire” Opals are mined in Mexico.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe name Opal was probably derived from Sanskrit \"upala\", meaning \"valuable stone\". This was most likely the root for the Greek term \"opallios\", which translates as \"color change\". In the days of Roman antiquity there existed a so-called \"opalus\", or a \"stone from several elements\".\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCommon folklore rumors Opals may increase intuition, enhance clairvoyance, and reveal the truth.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv id=\"block-eaca6f66aafb6493b2da\" data-block-type=\"2\" class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206244100,"sku":"13231","price":223.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_0411-01_658a21b8-962f-4399-aa73-78f1d1774466.jpg?v=1719437977"},{"product_id":"sapphire-bracelet-with-sterling-silver-lobster-clasp","title":"Sapphire Bracelet with Sterling Silver Lobster Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphire Bracelet with Sterling Silver Lobster Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize Approx. 6 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : 8 to 9mm Faceted Rondelles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung and Knotted on Silk Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSapphire is the birthstone for those born in September and for the Zodiac, it is regarded as the stone for Taurus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby and sapphire are the same material, the mineral Corundum, and the second hardest gemstone after Diamond. Red corundum is known as Ruby, while all other colors are referred to as Sapphire. While blue is the classic sapphire color, Sapphires are actually found in a wide range of colors, including yellow, pink and green. The coloring agents in blue Sapphire are iron and titanium and in violet stones, Vanadium. Small amounts of iron impurity will result in yellowish and greenish stones. Chromium will produce pinks and iron and Vanadium will produce orange tones as well. Rutile needle inclusions will result in a silky shine to the stone. If these needles are aligned in the same direction, then this causes the six-rayed star sapphire affect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLike rubies, sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called a “star.” Sapphires are\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsidered one of the four Precious Stones; the Sapphire, the Emerald, the Ruby and the Diamond.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphires come from Thailand, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, and the Kashmir region of India. Today, Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce most of the fine sapphires on the market. Throughout history, Sapphires were gemstones of the highest level. In Folklore, the Sapphire was believed to be a talisman that would protect you against evil spirits and demons of the night. The ancients regarded star sapphires as a powerful talisman protecting travelers and seekers. In contemporary stone folklore, t\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehey are believed to enhance focus and creativity, and still to protect from evil spirits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206154372,"sku":"FSPBSS","price":298.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9783copy.jpg?v=1628006697"},{"product_id":"sapphire-bracelet-with-gold-filled-trigger-clasp","title":"Sapphire Bracelet with Gold Filled Trigger Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphire Bracelet with Gold Filled Trigger Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize Approx. 7\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : 4mm Faceted Rondelles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Soft Flex Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSapphire is the birthstone for those born in September and for the Zodiac, it is regarded as the stone for Taurus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby and sapphire are the same material, the mineral Corundum, and the second hardest gemstone after Diamond. Red corundum is known as Ruby, while all other colors are referred to as Sapphire. While blue is the classic sapphire color, Sapphires are actually found in a wide range of colors, including yellow, pink and green. The coloring agents in blue Sapphire are iron and titanium and in violet stones, Vanadium. Small amounts of iron impurity will result in yellowish and greenish stones. Chromium will produce pinks and iron and Vanadium will produce orange tones as well. Rutile needle inclusions will result in a silky shine to the stone. If these needles are aligned in the same direction, then this causes the six-rayed star sapphire affect.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eLike rubies, sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called a “star.” Sapphires are\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003econsidered one of the four Precious Stones; the Sapphire, the Emerald, the Ruby and the Diamond.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphires come from Thailand, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, and the Kashmir region of India. Today, Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce most of the fine sapphires on the market. Throughout history, Sapphires were gemstones of the highest level. In Folklore, the Sapphire was believed to be a talisman that would protect you against evil spirits and demons of the night. The ancients regarded star sapphires as a powerful talisman protecting travelers and seekers. In contemporary stone folklore, t\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehey are believed to enhance focus and creativity, and still to protect from evil spirits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206150340,"sku":"MEFSPP02","price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9786copy.jpg?v=1628007119"},{"product_id":"larimar-faceted-rondelles-9mm","title":"Larimar Faceted Rondelles 9mm Strand","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarimar Faceted Rondelles 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 14\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehave this made into a necl\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarimar is a rare brilliant sky\/ sea blue stone in the pectolite family, and is found only in the Dominican Republic.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6025\"\u003eRed colored inclusions in Larimar indicate traces of iron. It was not until 1974 that blue pectolite was rediscovered by a visiting member of the US Peace Corps, Norman Rilling, along with a local Dominican, Miguel Méndez. The few amazing stones they found were washed into the sea by the Bahoruco River. T\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003ehey named it Larimar after the Spanish word, “mar,” for “sea,” and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eMéndez's\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6019\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003edaughter, Larissa.   Larimar  in contemporary stone lore is rumored to aid with patience, acceptance, and self-expression\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"row sqs-row\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6023\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"col sqs-col-12 span-12\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6022\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block html-block sqs-block-html\" data-block-type=\"2\" id=\"block-07543ebc1523c8c396a5\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-block-content\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206141316,"sku":"12291","price":297.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P7090236-01.jpg?v=1587937807"},{"product_id":"chalcedony-large-faceted-nuggets","title":"Chalcedony Large Faceted Graduated Nugget Strand","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChalcedony Large Faceted Graduated Nugget Strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand Length: 16 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. Bead Size: 25x17mm to 37x30mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor Necklace : (1) Add To Cart , (2) Click link below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/beadsofparadisenyc.com\/products\/make-this-a-necklace?variant=45208541956\" title=\"click here\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eMake this Gem Strand Into A Necklace\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice is for ONE strand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChalcedony is used as a variety name to refer specifically to the bluish-gray or lavender color of cryptocrystalline quartz. This color is sometimes called \"True Chalcedony\" but the name can be confusing; most of the other Chalcedonies are referred to by different names, such as Agate, Bloodstone or Carnelian due to color and elements variation which alter their appearance. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe term Chalcedony is derived from the name of the ancient Greek town Chalkedon in Asia Minor. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIn contemporary stone lore,\u003c\/span\u003e is thought in lore to promote emotional balance and open the heart to kindness and charity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAgate is a type of chalcedony in the quartz family, which often occurs in nodular masses in volcanic lava rocks. They form in concentric layers and bands similar to tree trunks and may appear as eyes, scallops, or visually resemble landscapes. It is the official gemstone\/ mineral of several states within the USA.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe folklore of many ancient civilizations rumors that wearing agate would protect from danger. It was often used on the breastplates of soldier's armor to give warriors strength and make them victorious in battle. Agate was thought of as the stone of strength in the ancient cultures. Roman farmers believed Moss Agates to ensure good crops and to please the gods that would bring an abundant harvest. In ancient Asia, magicians believed that agates might be used to see the future, ward off evil, and to divert dangerous storms . Early Britons believed the stone might prevent skin disease. Agate talismans were worn in the Middle East and believed to keep the blood healthy and sucking on an agate was thought to relieve thirst. Another legend says that any person who looks upon an agate can not remain secretive and is obligated to tell the truth. Agate is commonly found in folklore to induce calming, aid in protection, and promoting a balanced body energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206116932,"sku":"7083","price":297.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/tempImageForSave_2_copy.JPG?v=1516984831"},{"product_id":"blue-calcite-stretch-bracelet-16mm","title":"Blue Calcite Stretch Bracelet 16mm","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlue Calcite Stretch Bracelet 16mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe word calcite comes from the latin word \u003cem\u003ecalx\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, and the Greek word \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003echalix\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, meaning \"lime\". Calcite is common in limestone and marble. Optical (clear) calcite has double refraction. If you lay it over a line of writing, you will see the writing show up in two lines through the calcite. Calcite is often colored by various impurities, including iron, magnesium, manganese, zinc or cobalt and occurs in a range of colors including white, gray, yellow, green, red and blue. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eCalcite is found in Mexico and the southwestern United States and is found also in caves and caverns as stalactite and stalagmite formations.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFolklore rumors calcite to enhance learning abilities, and thus is a popular stone for students; in general it is thought as a grounding and centering stone.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize Approx. 6 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206008836,"sku":"8936","price":658.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P8020487-01.jpg?v=1572810519"},{"product_id":"evil-eye-stretch-bracelet-1","title":"Evil Eye Stretch Bracelet","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvil Eye Stretch Bracelet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize Approx. 6 1\/2\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. 13mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45206008004,"sku":"EESB02","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9263copy.jpg?v=1623691421"},{"product_id":"topaz-london-blue-faceted-rondelles-6-7mm","title":"Topaz London Blue Faceted Rondelles 6-7mm Bead Strand","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTopaz London Blue Faceted Rondelles 6-7mm Strand \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7 1\/2\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eTopaz comes from the Greek word, “topazos,” meaning “to seek\". \u003c\/span\u003eTopaz is the birthstone of November (yellow topaz) and December (blue topaz), and it is a talisman for the sign of Sagittarius\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e Most topaz comes from Brazil. \u003c\/span\u003eBlue topaz can be found in both lighter and darker tones, usually known in the trade as Sky Blue Topaz, Swiss Blue Topaz and London Blue Topaz. As in the case of other blue gems, the more saturated blues tend to have a higher value. So in topaz it is the London Blue that usually regarded as the most valuable.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45205981444,"sku":"13161","price":417.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P8160839-01.jpg?v=1719535503"},{"product_id":"sapphire-stretch-bracelet-11mm","title":"Sapphire Faceted Stretch Bracelet 11mm","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eSapphire Faceted Stretch Bracelet 11mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eSize Approx. 7\"\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSapphire is the birthstone for those born in September and for the Zodiac, it is regarded as the stone for Taurus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby and Sapphire are the same material, the mineral Corundum, and the second hardest gemstone after Diamond. Red Corundum is known as Ruby, while all other colors are referred to as Sapphire. While blue is the classic Sapphire color, Sapphires are actually found in a wide range of colors, including yellow, pink and green. The coloring agents in blue Sapphire are iron and titanium and in violet stones, Vanadium. Small amounts of iron impurity will result in yellowish and greenish stones. Chromium will produce pinks and iron and Vanadium will produce orange tones as well. Rutile needle inclusions will result in a silky shine to the stone. If these needles are aligned in the same direction, this causes the six-rayed \"Star\" effect. \u003c\/span\u003eLike Rubies, Sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called “Star Sapphires”. Sapphires are \u003cspan\u003econsidered one of the four Precious Stones; the Sapphire, the Emerald, the Ruby and the Diamond.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphires come from Thailand, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, and the Kashmir region of India. Today, Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce most of the fine Sapphires on the market. Throughout history, Sapphires were gemstones of the highest level. In Folklore, the Sapphire was believed to be a talisman that would protect against evil spirits and demons of the night. The Ancients regarded Sapphires as a powerful talisman protecting travelers and seekers. In contemporary stone folklore, t\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehey are believed to enhance focus and creativity, and still to protect from evil spirits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45205191812,"sku":"SSB11","price":320.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P3255688-01.jpg?v=1537132912"},{"product_id":"sapphire-stretch-bracelet-13-5mm","title":"Sapphire Faceted Stretch Bracelet 13.5mm","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphire Faceted Stretch Bracelet 13.5mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize Approx. 7 3\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSapphire is the birthstone for those born in September and for the Zodiac, it is regarded as the stone for Taurus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby and Sapphire are the same material, the mineral Corundum, and the second hardest gemstone after Diamond. Red Corundum is known as Ruby, while all other colors are referred to as Sapphire. While blue is the classic Sapphire color, Sapphires are actually found in a wide range of colors, including yellow, pink and green. The coloring agents in blue Sapphire are iron and titanium and in violet stones, Vanadium. Small amounts of iron impurity will result in yellowish and greenish stones. Chromium will produce pinks and iron and Vanadium will produce orange tones as well. Rutile needle inclusions will result in a silky shine to the stone. If these needles are aligned in the same direction, this causes the six-rayed \"Star\" effect. \u003c\/span\u003eLike Rubies, Sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called “Star Sapphires”. Sapphires are \u003cspan\u003econsidered one of the four Precious Stones; the Sapphire, the Emerald, the Ruby and the Diamond.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphires come from Thailand, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, and the Kashmir region of India. Today, Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce most of the fine Sapphires on the market. Throughout history, Sapphires were gemstones of the highest level. In Folklore, the Sapphire was believed to be a talisman that would protect against evil spirits and demons of the night. The Ancients regarded Sapphires as a powerful talisman protecting travelers and seekers. In contemporary stone folklore, t\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehey are believed to enhance focus and creativity, and still to protect from evil spirits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45205191108,"sku":"SSB13.5","price":365.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P3255685-01.jpg?v=1537132922"},{"product_id":"sapphire-stretch-bracelet-15mm","title":"Sapphire Faceted Stretch Bracelet 15mm","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphire Faceted Stretch Bracelet 15mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize Approx. 7 1\/4\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSapphire is the birthstone for those born in September and for the Zodiac, it is regarded as the stone for Taurus.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRuby and Sapphire are the same material, the mineral Corundum, and the second hardest gemstone after Diamond. Red Corundum is known as Ruby, while all other colors are referred to as Sapphire. While blue is the classic Sapphire color, Sapphires are actually found in a wide range of colors, including yellow, pink and green. The coloring agents in blue Sapphire are iron and titanium and in violet stones, Vanadium. Small amounts of iron impurity will result in yellowish and greenish stones. Chromium will produce pinks and iron and Vanadium will produce orange tones as well. Rutile needle inclusions will result in a silky shine to the stone. If these needles are aligned in the same direction, this causes the six-rayed \"Star\" effect. \u003c\/span\u003eLike Rubies, Sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called “Star Sapphires”. Sapphires are \u003cspan\u003econsidered one of the four Precious Stones; the Sapphire, the Emerald, the Ruby and the Diamond.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphires come from Thailand, Sri Lanka, Madagascar, Tanzania, and the Kashmir region of India. Today, Sri Lanka and Madagascar produce most of the fine Sapphires on the market. Throughout history, Sapphires were gemstones of the highest level. In Folklore, the Sapphire was believed to be a talisman that would protect against evil spirits and demons of the night. The Ancients regarded Sapphires as a powerful talisman protecting travelers and seekers. In contemporary stone folklore, t\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003ehey are believed to enhance focus and creativity, and still to protect from evil spirits.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45205190148,"sku":"SSB15","price":485.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P3255695-01.jpg?v=1537132932"},{"product_id":"vintage-naga-glass-beads-strand-blue","title":"Vintage Naga Glass Beads Strand Necklace, Blue","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVintage Naga Glass Beads Strand, Blue\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 23\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. 16mm x 14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on cotton cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45205048708,"sku":"12226B","price":135.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P4290812-01.jpg?v=1720640846"},{"product_id":"hand-wound-java-glass-15","title":"Hand Wound Java Glass Bead Strand Necklace 10","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Wound Java Glass Bead Strand 10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 26\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Approx. 4-7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by the strand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12389233459253,"sku":"HWJG10","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P6100729-01.jpg?v=1720645818"},{"product_id":"hand-wound-java-glass-20","title":"Hand Wound Java Glass Bead Strand 15","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand Wound Java Glass Bead Strand 15\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 26\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Approx. 3-4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold by the strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":12389194956853,"sku":"HWJA15","price":16.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P6100742-01.jpg?v=1635115726"},{"product_id":"aquamarine-stretch-bracelet-7mm-8mm-9mm-12mm-15mm","title":"Aquamarine Stretch Bracelet 7mm,8mm,9mm,12mm,15mm","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAquamarine Stretch Bracelet 7mm,8mm,9mm,12mm,15mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize:7mm,8mm,9mm,12mm,15mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize : 6 1\/2\"(7mm), 6 1\/2\"(8mm), 6 3\/4\"(9mm), 7 1\/4(12mm), 7\"(15mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAquamarine is the blue stone in the beryl family\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eand gets its name from Latin words meaning water and sea.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhile it is found all over the world, the best aquamarines come from Columbia and Brazil.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe gemstone Aquamarine is the modern March birthstone. It is also the birth stone for the Zodiac sign of Scorpio. Ancient aquamarine crystals have been found in Egyptian mummy tombs. Aquamarine is commonly associated with water, and folklore tells that sailors would carry it for protection at sea \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003eto keep them safe and prevent seasickness.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIt is also rumored a wonderful meditation stone\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"7mm","offer_id":4618443751461,"sku":"7911","price":110.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"8mm","offer_id":4618453385253,"sku":"8907","price":125.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"9mm","offer_id":4618453418021,"sku":"15049","price":145.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"12mm","offer_id":4618453450789,"sku":"15039","price":195.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"15mm","offer_id":4618453483557,"sku":"15041","price":265.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF8076_copy.jpg?v=1572810770"},{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-faceted-rounds-10mm","title":"Lapis Lazuli Faceted Round 10mm Strand","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLapis Lazuli Faceted Round 10mm Strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand Length: 15.5 Inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size: 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor Necklace : (1) Add To Cart , (2) Click link below\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/beadsofparadisenyc.com\/products\/make-this-a-necklace?variant=45208541956\" title=\"click here\" style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003eMake this Gem Strand Into A Necklace\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrice is for ONE strand.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLapis\u003cspan class=\"s1\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6034\"\u003e has been used for more than 6000 years for fine jewelry and ornamental objects. Its name is from \"lapis\" the Latin word for stone,  and \"azul,\" the word commonly meaning blue. Lapis Lazuli is made up of 25 to 40 percent lazurite, plus several minerals (Sodalite, Hauyne, Calcite, and Pyrite) that influence color and its distribution. Lapis Lazuli is considered a semi-precious stone and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6032\"\u003eis found throughout the Middle East, most specifically Egypt and Afghanistan. Because of its bright blue color, Lapis Lazuli was ground up to make paint and dye pigments. Prior to the 19th century, it was used as the pigment ultramarine in tempra, and oil paints. Ancient Egyptian nobility such as Cleopatra used finely ground lapis as eye shadow. Lapis Lazuli is commonly mentioned in folklore as the stone for truth and friendship, as well as emotional healing.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":4867528163365,"sku":"10869","price":91.2,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/PB141460_copy.jpg?v=1516985113"},{"product_id":"dutch-cerulean-blue-hand-wound-beads-18th-19th-century-dogon-heirloom-beads","title":"Dutch Cerulean Blue Hand Wound Beads 18th-19th Century Dogon Heirloom Beads \/ Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDutch Cerulean Blue Hand Wound Beads 18th-19th Century Dogon Heirloom Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the earliest hand wound glass beads that entered the African Trade were created in Holland. These large, deeply mystical cerulean blue colored beads were extensively traded among the Dogon people of Mali, West Africa in the 18th and 19th century Spice Trade. The beads were carried into Mali via early Dutch Traders and were sometimes also referred to as Dutch East India Company Trade Beads.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHolland's bead industry was rather short lived, but was extremely active in it's heyday. By 1550, it was reported that there was an active community of Venetian glass makers from Murano setting up shop in Amsterdam. Our \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003efine example in the photograph was likely created somewhere between the 1700's to mid 1800's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese treasured antique Heirloom Beads were often used by Dogon people as Dowry Currency, or Bride Wealth. They were passed down through generations of Dogon women for over 200 years.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUsed as High Level Trade Currency and Prestige Beads among Dogon and Fulani people in Mali.\u003cspan class=\"st\"\u003e Amma is the supreme god in the mythology of the Dogon people of Mali in West Africa. Amma created a \"cosmic egg,\" which was the source of the universe.\u003c\/span\u003e These gorgeous beads would have been enormously exotic and richly colored\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese rare and \"foreign\" glass beads were highly valued trade commodities in Africa, and became the highest level Prestige and Dowry Currency throughout the Continent. The most rare and beautiful were often collected and worn by African Kings and their Royal Courts.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 26\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. 19mm x 15mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThese superb strand with deep cobalt coloration hand wound 18th to 19th century Dutch beads remains in the original configuration as it was purchased in Mali, West Africa years ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5021389422629,"sku":"8724","price":600.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/PC150351_copy_copy.jpg?v=1607562110"},{"product_id":"19th-century-venetian-hand-paddled-and-inlaid-cobalt-glass-beads","title":"19th Century Venetian Hand Paddled and Inlaid \"Laurel Wreath\" Cobalt Glass Beads \/ Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e19th Century Venetian Hand Paddled and Inlaid \"Laurel Wreath\" Cobalt Glass Beads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 26\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Approx. 12mm x 8mm to 16mm x 9mm \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHand paddled and inlaid cobalt glass with a laurel wreath pattern\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFound in Mali\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold by the strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5060856938533,"sku":"1203","price":260.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/PC220438_copy.jpg?v=1607562158"},{"product_id":"rare-19th-century-opalescent-blue-granbee-slices-from-nigeria","title":"Rare 19th Century Opalescent Blue \"Granbee\" Slices from Nigeria","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRare 19th Century Opalescent Blue \"Granbee\" Slices from Nigeria\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 32\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Approx. 6mm x 3mm to 11mm x 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSold by the strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":5119032754213,"sku":"13837","price":348.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P1050671_copy.jpg?v=1607562248"},{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-faceted-rounds-6mm","title":"Lapis Lazuli Faceted Rounds 6mm","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLapis Lazuli Faceted Rounds 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 15\" long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/beadsofparadisenyc.com\/products\/make-this-a-necklace?variant=45208541956\" title=\"click here\" style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; 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Price is per ONE STRAND ONLY.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eLapis\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6034\"\u003e has been used for more than 6000 years for fine jewelry and ornamental objects. Its name is from \"lapis\" the Latin word for stone,  and \"azul,\" the word commonly meaning blue. Lapis Lazuli is made up of 25 to 40 percent lazurite, plus several minerals (Sodalite, Hauyne, Calcite, and Pyrite) that influence color and its distribution. Lapis Lazuli is considered a semi-precious stone and \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_2_1430440785098_6032\"\u003eis found throughout the Middle East, most specifically Egypt and Afghanistan. Because of its bright blue color, Lapis Lazuli was ground up to make paint and dye pigments. Prior to the 19th century, it was used as the pigment ultramarine in tempra, and oil paints. Ancient Egyptian nobility such as Cleopatra used finely ground lapis as eye shadow. Lapis Lazuli is commonly mentioned in folklore as the stone for truth and friendship, as well as emotional healing.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":32023609311317,"sku":"13540","price":40.8,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF6458copy.jpg?v=1590270401"},{"product_id":"larimar-rectanguler-pebbles","title":"Larimar Rectangular Tumbled Nuggets","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarimar Rectangular Tumbled Nuggets\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eapprox. 15 1\/2\" long\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 10-12mm x 10-15mm\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/beadsofparadisenyc.com\/products\/make-this-a-necklace?\"\u003eHave this made into a necklace!\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSold by the strand. 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