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This section contains our selection of semi-precious gemstone beads. Please refer to the gemstone properties
charts in the resources section to the right for specific information on stone properties, treatments, and
care & handling for every stone species we carry. Please note that only Blue Stone and Gold Stone are manmade
stones and have no naturally occurring equivalents. All other stones are natural, but may be enhanced by
various treatments.
We make every effort to disclose all relevant properties and treatments for the stones we carry. Our stone
buyer is in the process of becoming a Colored Stones Graduate through education and accreditation from the
Gemological Institute of America. We test all our stocked gemstone lots in
our own laboratory to ensure that we are honestly describing the stones we carry.
As natural products, gemstone bead colors and patterns will vary substantially. Sizes will also vary quite a
bit in the hand carved styles. Jade and Turquoise sizes will vary more than the other stones in the calibrated
round shapes as well. In general, this line is a high quality selection with excellent polish and good drill lines.
Please pay close attention to the strand lengths and/or piece counts you are purchasing. We carry some items in 7 inch
strands and other items in 16 inch strands. All are clearly marked in the product descriptions.
We plan to expand this line based on customer feedback so please let us know what stones and shapes you are most
interested in by communicating with customer service or emailing us at
feedback@halsteadbead.com.
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