{"title":"Semi-Precious Handmade Jewelry","description":"\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeautiful jewelry hand crafted by the staff of Beads of Paradise. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"opal-necklace-with-gold-filled-toggle-clasp","title":"Opal Necklace with Gold Filled Toggle Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize : Approx. 16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 2 x 4mm - 4 x 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW\/ Gold Filled Toggle Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung using Soft Flex Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gemstone Opal is the official October birthstone. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOpal is related to quartz, although it is much softer due to its high water content. \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 They can internally display virtually any color, and Opals with the most “fire” are the most valuable. \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. \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 Common folklore rumors Opals may increase intuition, enhance clairvoyance, and reveal the truth.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208403076,"sku":"MNOPAL03","price":1800.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2348-01_28680dcb-4af5-40df-8694-2a3442e41fb6.jpg?v=1717175095"},{"product_id":"sapphire-necklace-with-gold-filled-toggle-clasp-1","title":"Sapphire Necklace with Gold Filled Toggle Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphire Graduated Rondelle Knotted Necklace with Gold Filled Toggle Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 17.5\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted on Silk Bead Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphire is the birthstone for those born in September and for the Zodiac, it is regarded as the stone for Taurus. Ruby 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.Like rubies, sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called a “star.” Sapphires are considered one of the four Precious Stones; the Sapphire, the Emerald, the Ruby and the Diamond.\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, they are believed to enhance focus and creativity, and still to protect from evil spirits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208402564,"sku":"GSKN","price":1180.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9804copy.jpg?v=1717176069"},{"product_id":"pink-opal-and-garnet-necklace-with-gold-plate-trigger-clasp","title":"Pink Opal and Garnet Necklace with Gold Plate Trigger Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink Opal \u0026amp; Faceted Garnet Necklace with Gold Plate Trigger Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 17\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. : W11 x L15mm to W11 x L21mm\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 id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. Some of the main Garnet types are: Rhodolite – purple;  Hessonite – brown\/orange; Spessartite – red; Mandarine – orange; Demantoid – light green; and Tsavorite – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in Brazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. According to traditional stone lore, red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.The gemstone Opal is the official October birthstone. Opal is related to quartz, although it is much softer due to its high water content. As 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. They can internally display virtually any color, and Opals with the most “fire” are the most valuable. Diffraction can cause flashes of any color of the rainbow (opalescent).  Australia produces 97% of the world’s Opals, although the reddish-orange “fire” Opals are mined in Mexico. The 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\". Common folklore rumors Opals may increase intuition, enhance clairvoyance, and reveal the truth.  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-add-to-cart-button-wrapper\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sqs-add-to-cart-button sqs-suppress-edit-mode sqs-editable-button\" data-collection-id=\"52811ce8e4b089e1e33d11e6\" data-item-id=\"528254b1e4b02175816305d3\" data-original-label=\"Add To Cart\" id=\"yui_3_10_1_1_1393465672354_233\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208401796,"sku":"MNOP04","price":248.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2889-01.jpg?v=1717177182"},{"product_id":"citrine-necklace-with-gold-plated-hook-clasp","title":"Citrine Necklace with Gold Plated Hook Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCitrine Rounds Necklace with Gold Plated Hook Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 17\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 9 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gemstone Citrine is the official birthstone for the month of November. \u003c\/span\u003eCitrine is a type of quartz that ranges from light yellow to golden-brown.  It comes from the Latin word, “citrine,” meaning “yellow.”  Most citrine is mined in Brazil. In contemporary stone lore, Citrine is known as the “Success Stone” or the \"Merchant's Stone\" because it is rumored to bring success, prosperity and abundance. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAlso citrine is\u003c\/span\u003e rumored to dispel negative energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Silk Cord\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":45208401604,"sku":"MNCT02","price":102.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_3168-01.jpg?v=1516744329"},{"product_id":"opal-fire-necklace-with-gold-plate-toggle-clasp","title":"Opal (Fire) Necklace with Gold Plate Toggle Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Fire Opal Necklace with Gold Plate Toggle Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 16\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 2 x 4mm - 4 x 5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on Soft Flex Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gemstone Opal is the official October birthstone. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOpal is related to quartz, although it is much softer due to its high water content. \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 They can internally display virtually any color, and Opals with the most “fire” are the most valuable. \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. \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 Common folklore rumors Opals may increase intuition, enhance clairvoyance, and reveal the truth.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208401540,"sku":"MNFOP01","price":278.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2838-01.jpg?v=1717177465"},{"product_id":"pink-freshwater-pearl-necklace","title":"Pink Fresh Water Pearl Knotted Necklace with Gold Plated S Hook Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePink Fresh Water Pearl Knotted Necklace with Gold Plated S Hook Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 18\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted with silk bead cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NY\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearl is the official birthstone for the month of June and is also the birthstone for the Sun Signs of Gemini and Cancer. Pearls have been used for adornment for more than 6,000 years. By 2500 B.C. there was already a substantial Pearl trade in China.  The “ideal” Pearl is perfectly round and smooth, although more often they form in irregular shapes. \u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\"\u003eAn organic gem, Pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the mollusk's shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the soft internal surface of the mollusk. As layer upon layer of nacre coats the irritant, a Pearl is formed. Light that is reflected from these overlapping layers produces a characteristic iridescent luster. This process of building a solid Pearl can take up to seven or eight years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most valuable Pearls are perfectly symmetrical, relatively large and naturally produced. The principal oyster beds lay in the Persian Gulf, along the coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and in the Red Sea. Chinese Pearls come mainly from freshwater rivers and ponds, whereas Japanese Pearls are found near the coast in salt water. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":570337073,"sku":"MNFWP01","price":158.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_3488-01.jpg?v=1516744368"},{"product_id":"peruvian-opal-knotted-necklace-with-gold-plated-lobster-clasp","title":"Peruvian Opal  Knotted Necklace with Gold Plated Lobster Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeruvian Opal  Knotted Necklace with Gold Plated Lobster Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 17\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW\/ Gold Plated Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Range Approx. 4x9mm to 6x12mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted on silk bead cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gemstone Opal is the official October birthstone. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOpal is related to quartz, although it is much softer due to its high water content. \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 They can internally display virtually any color, and Opals with the most “fire” are the most valuable. \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. \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 Common folklore rumors Opals may increase intuition, enhance clairvoyance, and reveal the truth.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":570349517,"sku":"MNOP02","price":418.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_3489-01.jpg?v=1717178861"},{"product_id":"champagne-freshwater-pearl-necklace","title":"Champagne Fresh Water Pearl Necklace with Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChampagne Fresh Water Pearl Necklace with Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 19\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted on silk bead cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearl is the official birthstone for the month of June and is also the birthstone for the Sun Signs of Gemini and Cancer. Pearls have been used for adornment for more than 6,000 years. By 2500 B.C. there was already a substantial Pearl trade in China.  The “ideal” Pearl is perfectly round and smooth, although more often they form in irregular shapes. \u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\"\u003eAn organic gem, Pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the mollusk's shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the soft internal surface of the mollusk. As layer upon layer of nacre coats the irritant, a Pearl is formed. Light that is reflected from these overlapping layers produces a characteristic iridescent luster. This process of building a solid Pearl can take up to seven or eight years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most valuable Pearls are perfectly symmetrical, relatively large and naturally produced. The principal oyster beds lay in the Persian Gulf, along the coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and in the Red Sea. Chinese Pearls come mainly from freshwater rivers and ponds, whereas Japanese Pearls are found near the coast in salt water. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208391620,"sku":"MNFWP02","price":168.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_4084-01.jpg?v=1516744420"},{"product_id":"swiss-blue-topaz-rondelle-necklace","title":"Swiss Blue Topaz Necklace with Gold Filled Toggle Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Blue Topaz Faceted Rondelle Necklace with Gold Filled Toggle Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 19\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size : Approx. 3 x 8mm - 4 x 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung using Soft Flex Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\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":45208385220,"sku":"MNTOPAZ01","price":1275.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_4030-01.jpg?v=1643332585"},{"product_id":"opal-necklace-with-gold-filled-trigger-clasp","title":"Opal Necklace with Gold Filled Trigger Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpal Necklace with Gold Filled Trigger Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLength : Approx. 17\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eW\/ Gold Filled Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. : 4 x 7mm to 5 x 14mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted with silk cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gemstone Opal is the official October birthstone. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOpal is related to quartz, although it is much softer due to its high water content. \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 They can internally display virtually any color, and Opals with the most “fire” are the most valuable. \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. \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 Common folklore rumors Opals may increase intuition, enhance clairvoyance, and reveal the truth.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208384644,"sku":"MNOP01","price":238.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2357-01_db659185-2cea-4abe-b08d-6e8a312a7e84.jpg?v=1717182948"},{"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":"freshwater-pearl-onyx-and-chain-multi-strand-bracelet","title":"Fresh Water Pearl and Onyx Bracelet with Gold Plate Trigger Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Water Pearl, Faceted Onyx and Sterling and Gold Plated Multi-Strand Chain Bracelet with Gold Plate Trigger Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCan fit up to 8\" Wrist (Adjustable)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearl size approx. 6mm\/ Black Onyx beads approx. 3.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe name comes from the Greek word onyx which means nail of a finger or claw. Onyx is a Chalcedony quartz that is mined in  Brazil, India,  California and Uruguay. Onyx is the Mystical birthstone for the month of December. It is also the birth stone for the Zodiac sign of Leo. Ancient legends says that one day while Venus was sleeping, Eros cut her fingernails and scattered them on Earth. Because no part of a heavenly body can die, the gods turned them into stone which later became known as Onyx. Originally, almost all colors of Chalcedony from white to dark brown and black were called Onyx.  Today Onyx is often prefaced with the word with black to distinguish it from other varieties of Onyx that come in white, reddish brown, brown and banded, known as Sardonyx. In contemporary stone lore, it is rumored Onyx decreases sexual desire and aids in controlling bad habits.Pearl is the official birthstone for the month of June and is also the birthstone for the Sun Signs of Gemini and Cancer. Pearls have been used for adornment for more than 6,000 years. By 2500 B.C. there was already a substantial Pearl trade in China.  The “ideal” Pearl is perfectly round and smooth, although more often they form in irregular shapes. \u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\"\u003eAn organic gem, Pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the mollusk's shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the soft internal surface of the mollusk. As layer upon layer of nacre coats the irritant, a Pearl is formed. Light that is reflected from these overlapping layers produces a characteristic iridescent luster. This process of building a solid Pearl can take up to seven or eight years.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe most valuable Pearls are perfectly symmetrical, relatively large and naturally produced. The principal oyster beds lay in the Persian Gulf, along the coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and in the Red Sea. Chinese Pearls come mainly from freshwater rivers and ponds, whereas Japanese Pearls are found near the coast in salt water. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208369540,"sku":"POB1","price":84.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2362-01.jpg?v=1516744585"},{"product_id":"red-freshwater-pearl-gold-oval-drop-earrings","title":"Fresh Water Pearl Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Water Pearl \u0026amp; Gold Filled Oval Hoop Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox.1\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .5\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads Of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearl is the official birthstone for the month of June and is also the birthstone for the Sun Signs of Gemini and Cancer. Pearls have been used for adornment for more than 6,000 years. By 2500 B.C. there was already a substantial Pearl trade in China.  The “ideal” Pearl is perfectly round and smooth, although more often they form in irregular shapes. \u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\"\u003eAn organic gem, Pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the mollusk's shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the soft internal surface of the mollusk. As layer upon layer of nacre coats the irritant, a Pearl is formed. Light that is reflected from these overlapping layers produces a characteristic iridescent luster. This process of building a solid Pearl can take up to seven or eight years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most valuable Pearls are perfectly symmetrical, relatively large and naturally produced. The principal oyster beds lay in the Persian Gulf, along the coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and in the Red Sea. Chinese Pearls come mainly from freshwater rivers and ponds, whereas Japanese Pearls are found near the coast in salt water. \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":45208361732,"sku":"PHE1","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2125-01.jpg?v=1717187554"},{"product_id":"garnet-drops-on-sterling-silver-wire-chain-earrings","title":"Garnet Earrings with Sterling Silver Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Garnet Rounds on Sterling Silver Wire \u0026amp; Chain Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.5\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the main Garnet types are: \u003cstrong\u003eRhodolite\u003c\/strong\u003e – purple;  \u003cstrong\u003eHessonite\u003c\/strong\u003e – brown\/orange; \u003cstrong\u003eSpessartite\u003c\/strong\u003e – red; \u003cstrong\u003eMandarine\u003c\/strong\u003e – orange; \u003cstrong\u003eDemantoid\u003c\/strong\u003e – light green; and \u003cstrong\u003eTsavorite\u003c\/strong\u003e – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBrazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAccording to traditional stone lore,\u003c\/span\u003e red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208359620,"sku":"garhangear","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2139-01.jpg?v=1717188481"},{"product_id":"decadent-garnet-drops-sterling-silver-swirls-earrings","title":"Garnet Earrings with Sterling Silver Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDecadent Garnet Drops \u0026amp; Sterling Silver Swirls Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 3.25\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the main Garnet types are: \u003cstrong\u003eRhodolite\u003c\/strong\u003e – purple;  \u003cstrong\u003eHessonite\u003c\/strong\u003e – brown\/orange; \u003cstrong\u003eSpessartite\u003c\/strong\u003e – red; \u003cstrong\u003eMandarine\u003c\/strong\u003e – orange; \u003cstrong\u003eDemantoid\u003c\/strong\u003e – light green; and \u003cstrong\u003eTsavorite\u003c\/strong\u003e – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBrazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAccording to traditional stone lore,\u003c\/span\u003e red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208359364,"sku":"me13","price":168.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2155-01.jpg?v=1516744642"},{"product_id":"garnet-earrings-with-gold-filled-earwires","title":"Garnet Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth Garnet Oval Drop with Gold Filled Wire Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .25\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size 8mmx10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads Of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the main Garnet types are: \u003cstrong\u003eRhodolite\u003c\/strong\u003e – purple;  \u003cstrong\u003eHessonite\u003c\/strong\u003e – brown\/orange; \u003cstrong\u003eSpessartite\u003c\/strong\u003e – red; \u003cstrong\u003eMandarine\u003c\/strong\u003e – orange; \u003cstrong\u003eDemantoid\u003c\/strong\u003e – light green; and \u003cstrong\u003eTsavorite\u003c\/strong\u003e – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBrazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAccording to traditional stone lore,\u003c\/span\u003e red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208359172,"sku":"ME114","price":28.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2143-01.jpg?v=1717188829"},{"product_id":"amethyst-drops-on-gold-wire-chain-earrings","title":"Faceted Amethyst Rounds on Gold Filled Wire \u0026 Chain Earrings","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Amethyst Rounds on Gold Filled Wire \u0026amp; Chain Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.50\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAmethyst is the traditional birthstone for February. Manganese content in clear quartz gives Amethyst its wide range of colors from pink to lavender to intense violet. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eHistorically the Greek word \"amethystos\" may be translated as \"not drunken\". a reference to the belief that the stone protected its owner from intoxication: ancient Greeks and Romans wore Amethyst and even made drinking vessels of it in the belief that it would prevent drunkenness.\u003c\/span\u003e Over centuries, amethyst has thus been popularly associated in helping overcome addiction, and improving self-control.  Amethyst is also widely thought in stone lore to help overcome grief and loss. Although it is found all over the world, most fine Amethyst is mined in Brazil. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208356804,"sku":"MEAME02","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_1987-01.jpg?v=1716578145"},{"product_id":"fresh-water-pearl-and-smokey-quartz-with-gold-plated-ball-post-earrings","title":"Fresh Water Pearl and Smokey Quartz with Gold Plated Ball Post Earrings","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Water Pearl and Smokey Quartz with Gold Plated Ball Post Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .6\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .2\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size approx. (Pearl) 5mm x 6mm (Smokey Quartz) 3mm x 4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePearl is the official birthstone for the month of June and is also the birthstone for the Sun Signs of Gemini and Cancer. Pearls have been used for adornment for more than 6,000 years. By 2500 B.C. there was already a substantial Pearl trade in China.  The “ideal” Pearl is perfectly round and smooth, although more often they form in irregular shapes. \u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\"\u003eAn organic gem, Pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the mollusk's shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the soft internal surface of the mollusk. As layer upon layer of nacre coats the irritant, a Pearl is formed. Light that is reflected from these overlapping layers produces a characteristic iridescent luster. This process of building a solid Pearl can take up to seven or eight years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most valuable Pearls are perfectly symmetrical, relatively large and naturally produced. The principal oyster beds lay in the Persian Gulf, along the coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and in the Red Sea. Chinese Pearls come mainly from freshwater rivers and ponds, whereas Japanese Pearls are found near the coast in salt water. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmoky Quartz colors vary from brown to smoky gray to black. The characteristic smoke color of Smoky Quartz occurs when rock crystal quartz is exposed to natural radiation over long periods of time. It is known that exposure of transparent quartz to radiation can alter the oxidation states of impurities in the quartz structure, giving varying bodies of Smokey Quartz their unique colors. Smokey Quartz comes from many sources around the world. A few of the more noteworthy locations include Brazil, the Pikes Peak area of Colorado, USA (where it is associated with green Amazonite), and the Swiss Alps. Historically, Smoky Quartz was most often seen as the material for the crystal balls used by fortune tellers. Smoky quartz in stone folklore is associated with grounding and protection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208356228,"sku":"FWPSQE","price":18.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF7929copy.jpg?v=1614112618"},{"product_id":"red-freshwater-pearl-wrapped-gold-hoop-earrings","title":"Red Fresh Water Pearl Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFresh Water Pearl Wrapped Gold Filled Hoop Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2.25\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter approx. 43mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003ePearl is the official birthstone for the month of June and is also the birthstone for the Sun Signs of Gemini and Cancer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eearls have been used for adornment for more than 6,000 years. By 2500 B.C. there was already a substantial Pearl trade in China.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e  The “ideal” Pearl is perfectly round and smooth, although more often they form in irregular shapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eAn organic gem, Pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the mollusk's shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the soft internal surface of the mollusk. As layer upon layer of nacre coats the irritant, a Pearl is formed. Light that is reflected from these overlapping layers produces a characteristic iridescent luster. This process of building a solid Pearl can take up to seven or eight years. \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eThe most valuable Pearls are perfectly symmetrical, relatively large and naturally produced. The principal oyster beds lay in the Persian Gulf, along the coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and in the Red Sea. Chinese Pearls come mainly from freshwater rivers and ponds, whereas Japanese Pearls are found near the coast in salt water. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208354372,"sku":"PE1","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2133-01.jpg?v=1516744671"},{"product_id":"citrine-wrapped-gold-hoops","title":"Citrine Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Citrine Rondelles with Gold Filled Wrapped Hoops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2.50\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gemstone Citrine is the official birthstone for the month of November. \u003c\/span\u003eCitrine is a type of quartz that ranges from light yellow to golden-brown.  It comes from the Latin word, “citrine,” meaning “yellow.”  Most citrine is mined in Brazil. In contemporary stone lore, Citrine is known as the “Success Stone” or the \"Merchant's Stone\" because it is rumored to bring success, prosperity and abundance. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAlso citrine is\u003c\/span\u003e rumored to dispel negative energy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208354116,"sku":"MECIT01","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2244-01.jpg?v=1717190022"},{"product_id":"sapphire-drop-dangle-earrings","title":"Chocolate, Pink and Blue Faceted Sapphire Earrings on Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChocolate, Pink and Blue Faceted Sapphire Earrings on Gold Filled Earwires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.25\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .50\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eLike rubies, sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called a “star.” Sapphires are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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":45208353860,"sku":"MESAPP03","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9797copy.jpg?v=1628015810"},{"product_id":"sapphire-gold-chain-fringe-earrings","title":"Faceted Sapphire \u0026amp; Gold Filled Chain Fringe Earrings","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Sapphire \u0026amp; Gold Filled Chain Fringe Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2.25\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 5\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 9x11mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eLike rubies, sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called a “star.” Sapphires are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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":45208353156,"sku":"MESAPP02","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9795copy.jpg?v=1628013701"},{"product_id":"elegant-double-sapphire-drop-earrings","title":"Sapphire Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eElegant Double Sapphire Drop Earrings with Gold Filled Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .25\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eLike rubies, sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called a “star.” Sapphires are \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\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":45208353028,"sku":"MESAPP01","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P4220567-01.jpg?v=1516744693"},{"product_id":"swiss-blue-topaz-drop-earrings-with-gold-filled-wire","title":"Swiss Blue Topaz Drop Earrings with Gold Filled Wire","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Swiss Blue Topaz Drop Earrings with Gold Filled Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .75\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 25\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\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":45208343812,"sku":"METO01","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2156-01.jpg?v=1516744731"},{"product_id":"opal-wrapped-silver-hoop-earrings","title":"Opal Earrings on Wrapped Sterling Silver Hoop","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpal Earrings on Wrapped Sterling Silver Hoop\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWrapped Opal Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.5\" WIde\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter 35mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead sizes range 7-9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe gemstone Opal is the official October birthstone. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eOpal is related to quartz, although it is much softer due to its high water content. \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 They can internally display virtually any color, and Opals with the most “fire” are the most valuable. \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. \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 Common folklore rumors Opals may increase intuition, enhance clairvoyance, and reveal the truth.  \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208343684,"sku":"ME80","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2229-01.jpg?v=1717360032"},{"product_id":"multicolored-freshwater-pearl-dangle-silver-earrings","title":"Fresh Water Pearl Earrings with Sterling Silver Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulticolored Fresh Water Pearl Dangle Sterling Silver Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.25\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 6-9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads Of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003ePearl is the official birthstone for the month of June and is also the birthstone for the Sun Signs of Gemini and Cancer. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eP\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eearls have been used for adornment for more than 6,000 years. By 2500 B.C. there was already a substantial Pearl trade in China.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e  The “ideal” Pearl is perfectly round and smooth, although more often they form in irregular shapes. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_741\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eAn organic gem, Pearls are formed inside mollusks such as oysters and mussels. They are formed when an irritant such as a tiny stone or bit of sand gets inside the mollusk's shell. A lustrous substance, called nacre, is secreted around the object to protect the soft internal surface of the mollusk. As layer upon layer of nacre coats the irritant, a Pearl is formed. Light that is reflected from these overlapping layers produces a characteristic iridescent luster. This process of building a solid Pearl can take up to seven or eight years.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe most valuable Pearls are perfectly symmetrical, relatively large and naturally produced. The principal oyster beds lay in the Persian Gulf, along the coasts of India and Sri Lanka, and in the Red Sea. Chinese Pearls come mainly from freshwater rivers and ponds, whereas Japanese Pearls are found near the coast in salt water. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208342596,"sku":"PHANG1","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2132-01.jpg?v=1717360183"},{"product_id":"blue-topaz-drops-in-silver-hoop-earrings","title":"Swiss Blue Topaz Earrings with Sterling Silver Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwiss Blue Topaz Earrings Faceted Drops in Sterling Silver Hoop Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.25\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .75\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter approx. 19mm\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":45208340868,"sku":"METO02","price":48.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P4220563-01.jpg?v=1516744747"},{"product_id":"garnet-wrapped-gold-hoops","title":"Garnet Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Garnet Wrapped Gold Filled Hoops\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.5\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInside hoop 28mm; Outside Diameter 36mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the main Garnet types are: \u003cstrong\u003eRhodolite\u003c\/strong\u003e – purple;  \u003cstrong\u003eHessonite\u003c\/strong\u003e – brown\/orange; \u003cstrong\u003eSpessartite\u003c\/strong\u003e – red; \u003cstrong\u003eMandarine\u003c\/strong\u003e – orange; \u003cstrong\u003eDemantoid\u003c\/strong\u003e – light green; and \u003cstrong\u003eTsavorite\u003c\/strong\u003e – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBrazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAccording to traditional stone lore,\u003c\/span\u003e red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208338372,"sku":"GHE1","price":118.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2149-01.jpg?v=1516744762"},{"product_id":"howlite-earrings-with-gold-filled-earwires","title":"Howlite Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Howlite Wrapped Gold Filled Hoop Earrings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2.25\"Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHoop Diameter approx. 50mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eTurquoise is an opaque gemstone with rich \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003ecolor variations from green and greenish blue to bright sky blue shades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eTurquoise 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\/span\u003e\n\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. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt 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\/span\u003e\n\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.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 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\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":574959997,"sku":"METURQ01","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2245-01.jpg?v=1516744780"},{"product_id":"natural-black-branch-coral-bead-necklace","title":"Natural Black Branch Coral Bead Necklace","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Black Branch Coral Bead Necklace\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExquisite natural black branch coral beads ca. 1940 - 60 from Indonesia cut into branches and graduated rounds and rondelles used as highest level prestige and heirloom dowry beads in Java Indonesia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelieved to ward off evil spirits and absorb any negative energy keeping the wearer safe from harm. Gold or golden coral are also naturally occurring variations and colorations believed to ensure wealth and prosperity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand Length : Approx. 30\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. : 7 x 16mm to 20 x 19mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208132484,"sku":"11225","price":1250.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9541copy.jpg?v=1626889875"},{"product_id":"natural-black-coral-graduated-round-beaded-necklace-strand-with-gold-plate-over-sterling-silver-clasp","title":"Natural Black Coral Graduated Round Beaded Necklace\/Strand with Gold Plate over Sterling Silver Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExquisite natural black branch coral beads ca. 1940 - 60 from Indonesia cut into branches and graduated rounds and rondelles used as highest level prestige and heirloom dowry beads in Java Indonesia.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBelieved to ward off evil spirits and absorb any negative energy keeping the wearer safe from harm. Gold or golden coral are also naturally occurring variations and colorations believed to ensure wealth and prosperity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrand Length : Approx. 41.5\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. :  8 x 7mm to 15 x 13mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45208132164,"sku":"11224","price":760.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9538copy.jpg?v=1719596639"},{"product_id":"rutilated-quartz-knotted-bracelet-with-sterling-silver-toggle-clasp","title":"Rutilated Quartz Knotted Bracelet with Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e Faceted Rutilated Quartz Knotted Bracelet with Sterling Silver Toggle Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7 3\/4\"Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size Approx. 6 x 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung using Silk Bead Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRutilated quartz refers to quartz crystal with inclusions of the mineral Rutile.  The inclusions resemble either red or gold bars “shooting” through the stone.  Rutilated quartz has also been called “Cupid’s Darts,” “Angel Hair Quartz,” and “Fleches d’amour.”  Stone lore suggests that it is a very energizing stone, that can help bring happiness and overcome mental disorders.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207898692,"sku":"RQB1","price":88.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2404-01.jpg?v=1516746703"},{"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":"turquoise-earrings-with-gold-filled-earwires","title":"Turquoise  Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Turquoise Briolet Earrings with Gold Filled Wire\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.25\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .5\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\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":45207735748,"sku":"TURQ02","price":58.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/P4220535-01.jpg?v=1516746938"},{"product_id":"african-turquoise-8mm-rounds","title":"African Turquoise 8mm Round Stretch Bracelet on Elastic Cord","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural African Turquoise smooth 8mm rounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits wrists 6\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on high quality rubber elastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eTurquoise is an opaque gemstone with rich \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003ecolor variations from green and greenish blue to bright sky blue shades\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eTurquoise 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\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\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. \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eIt 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\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\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.\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e 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\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207586500,"sku":"MB Africa Turq 8mm","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9267copy.jpg?v=1623691534"},{"product_id":"matte-hematite-faceted-10mm-rounds-stretch-bracelet","title":"Matte Hematite Stretch Bracelet","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte finish Hematite faceted 8mm rounds\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFits wrists 7.5\" to 8\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on high quality rubber elastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\" class=\"s1\"\u003eHematite is the mineral form of iron, and is mined as the main ore of iron. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eThe name Hematite is derived from the Greek\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\" class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eword for blood, because Hematite can be red (as in jewelers' polishing rouge, a powdered form of hematite). The color of Hematite lends itself well in use as a pigment\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\" class=\"s2\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e It is usually formed in places with standing water or hot springs, such as the western United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eHematite can also occur without water, however, usually as the result of volcanic activity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e Hematite is a harder substance than pure iron, but is much more brittle and can sometimes be magnetized. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\"\u003eHematite has also been found on the planet Mars by NASA spacecraft. Since Hematite is usually found in aqueous environments on Earth, it has led to speculation that there was once water on Mars.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.68em;\" class=\"s1\"\u003e  Folklore rumors that Hematite is associated with grounding, balance, and protection.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207580484,"sku":"MB Matte Hematite 8mm Facet","price":32.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/Matte_Hematite_Faceted_8mm_Rounds_Stretch_Bracelet-02.jpg?v=1718229902"},{"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. Lapis Lazuli is commonly mentioned in folklore as the stone for truth and friendship, as well as emotional healing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207476356,"sku":"LLSB","price":78.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9841copy.jpg?v=1628364433"},{"product_id":"turquoise-and-garnet","title":"Turquoise and Garnet Stretch Bracelet","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurquoise, Faceted Garnet and Nickle Silver Accents on Elastic Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7.75\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeads size range approx. 9-12mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on High Quality Elastic Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the main Garnet types are: Rhodolite – purple;  Hessonite – brown\/orange; Spessartite – red; Mandarine – orange; Demantoid – light green; and Tsavorite – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in Brazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. According to traditional stone lore, red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.\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":45207419140,"sku":"GTNSB","price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2262-01_06f8049e-354d-456f-a299-f63f4b436672.jpg?v=1516748232"},{"product_id":"lapis-lazuli-matte-with-faceted-sterling-silver-accent-beads-on-silk-cord-and-sterling-silver-trigger-clasp","title":"Lapis Lazuli (Matte) with Faceted Sterling Silver Accent Beads on Silk Cord and Sterling Silver Trigger Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatte Lapis Lazuli with Faceted Sterling Silver Accent Beads on Silk Cord and Sterling Silver Trigger Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 8\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size range approx. (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. Lapis Lazuli is commonly mentioned in folklore as the stone for truth and friendship, as well as emotional healing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207418948,"sku":"MLLSB","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9848copy.jpg?v=1721592826"},{"product_id":"turquoise-1","title":"Howlite with Gold Filled Stardust Bracelet on Elastic","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHowlite with Gold Filled Stardust Bracelet on Elastic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead sizes range approx. 6-7mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrung on High Quality Elastic Cord\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":45207413316,"sku":"FTGSB","price":68.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2259-01.jpg?v=1720983563"},{"product_id":"multi-color-sapphire-bracelet-with-sterling-silver-lobster-claw-clasp","title":"Multi-Color Sapphire Bracelet with Sterling Silver Lobster Claw Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Sapphire Knotted Bracelet with Sterling Silver Lobster Claw Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 7\" Long\/ Fits size 6.5\" wrist\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead size approx. 8mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnotted on Silk Bead Cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSapphire is the birthstone for those born in September and for the Zodiac, it is regarded as the stone for Taurus. Ruby 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.Like rubies, sapphires can display a 6-point asterism called a “star.” Sapphires are considered one of the four Precious Stones; the Sapphire, the Emerald, the Ruby and the Diamond.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\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, they are believed to enhance focus and creativity, and still to protect from evil spirits.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207411780,"sku":"FSKB","price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9336copy.jpg?v=1720196497"},{"product_id":"black-coral-and-hand-inlaid-silver-and-mother-of-pearl-bracelet-with-sterling-silver-trigger-clasp","title":"Black Coral and Hand Inlaid Silver and Mother of Pearl Bracelet with Sterling Silver Trigger Clasp","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBlack Coral and Hand Inlaid Silver and Mother of Pearl Bracelet with Sterling Silver Trigger Clasp\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 8\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead Size range approx. 7-11mm\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 id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1423596341730_634\"\u003eCoral is created by millions of small organisms at the bottom of the ocean called polyps.  Each polyp builds up a limestone case around itself, which remains after it dies.  The casing becomes the basis for another polyp to build its home.  Slowly, after thousands of years, these casings build up into what we know as a coral reef.  Historically, material from these reefs were highly prized, and used to make jewelry and other ornamental objects.  However, because removing coral from these reefs is bad for ocean environments, there are strict regulations against removing coral from the ocean.  Most coral used today is grown in coral farms, rather than being taking from the ocean. \u003c\/span\u003eMost precious coral is harvested in the Mediterranean Sea, especially in Sardinia. Deposits are also found in the Pacific, in Japan, Taiwan and Australia.  In contemporary stone lore, Coral is rumored to stimulate emotional healing and relieves stress.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMother of Pearl is the inner part of a shell produced by some mollusks.  It is the part of the shell that creates nacre, the glossy outer layer of pearls. Pearls and the inside layer of Pearl oyster and freshwater Pearl mollusk shells are made of nacre. The nacre is continuously deposited onto the inner surface of the shell, the iridescent nacreous layer, commonly known as Mother of Pearl. The layers of nacre smooth the shell surface and help defend the soft tissues against parasites and damaging debris by entombing them in successive layers of nacre, forming either a blister Pearl attached to the interior of the shell, or a free pearl within the mantle tissues. The process is called encystation and it continues as long as the mollusk lives. Caviar spoons are normally made out of Mother of Pearl so it does not impart a metallic taste as metal spoons do. Folklore says that Mother of Pearl contains the healing powers of the sea.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207408580,"sku":"BCPB1","price":98.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/DSCF9544copy.jpg?v=1626893021"},{"product_id":"green-garnet-earrings-with-gold-filled-earwires","title":"Green Garnet Earrings with Gold Filled Earwires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Green Garnet Waterfall Style Earrings with Gold Filled Ear Wires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .5\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead sizes range from 2mm (With drop bead being 6x7mm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the main Garnet types are: Rhodolite – purple;  Hessonite – brown\/orange; Spessartite – red; Mandarine – orange; Demantoid – light green; and Tsavorite – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in Brazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. According to traditional stone lore, red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207406020,"sku":"FGGWE","price":148.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2096-01.jpg?v=1719876152"},{"product_id":"garnet-cascading-earrings-with-gold-filled-ear-wires","title":"Garnet Cascading Earrings with Gold Filled Ear Wires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGarnet Cascading Earrings with Gold Filled Ear Wires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 2\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. .25\" Wide (Largest Bead)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBead sizes from 7mm, 8mm \u0026amp; 10mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHandcrafted at Beads Of Paradise NYC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan id=\"yui_3_17_2_1_1424110048474_544\" class=\"s1\"\u003eThe gemstone Garnet is the official birthstone for January and is also the stone for the Zodiac sign Aquarius. The name Garnet comes from the Latin word \"granatus\", which means grain, because many garnet deposits are small grains of red crystals in their host rock. \u003c\/span\u003eGarnet refers to a group of minerals that can appear in any color. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSome of the main Garnet types are: \u003cstrong\u003eRhodolite\u003c\/strong\u003e – purple;  \u003cstrong\u003eHessonite\u003c\/strong\u003e – brown\/orange; \u003cstrong\u003eSpessartite\u003c\/strong\u003e – red; \u003cstrong\u003eMandarine\u003c\/strong\u003e – orange; \u003cstrong\u003eDemantoid\u003c\/strong\u003e – light green; and \u003cstrong\u003eTsavorite\u003c\/strong\u003e – dark green.  The highest-quality Garnets are found in \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eBrazil, China, Kenya, Madagascar, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Tanzania and the United States. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eAccording to traditional stone lore,\u003c\/span\u003e red\/purple Garnets are associated with love, friendship, and controlling one’s anger; green Garnets with peace and serenity; and orange Garnets with creativity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Beads of Paradise NYC","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45207402116,"sku":"GCEGF","price":38.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0371\/8597\/products\/IMG_2075-01.jpg?v=1516748344"},{"product_id":"amethyst-earrings-beaded-hoops-with-gold-filled-ear-wires","title":"Amethyst Earrings (Beaded Hoops) with Gold Filled Ear Wires","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFaceted Amethyst (Beaded Hoops) with Gold Filled Ear Wires\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.75\" Long\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. 1.5\" Wide\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDiameter approx. 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