These shaded faceted gemstone rondelle beads are truly beautiful, some beads contain inclusions that present a moss-like appearance, hence their name. These beads vary in shades from white to pale blue and soft green to cornflower blue. The actual name Aquamarine comes from the Latin aqua Marinus, meaning "water of the sea," and refers to its sparkling ocean-like colour. Its colour, sometimes bluish green, is caused by iron oxides within the makeup of the stone. In ancient lore, Aquamarine was believed to be the treasure of mermaids and was used by sailors as a talisman of good luck, fearlessness and protection. It was also considered a stone of eternal youth and happiness. Today it protects all who travel by, over or near water.

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• Fully drilled
• Size: approximately 4x2mm
• Hole size approximately ranging from 0.3mm to 0.5mm
• Hardness of 7.5-8 on the Mohs scale
• Natural gemstone - no treatment
• Healing properties: awareness, protection and meditation
• A 33cm full strand contains approximately 150 beads
• Country of origin: India
• Sold as a strand