9mm Umba Sapphire Plain Heishis 8 inch 98 beads
Description
These 9mm Umba Sapphire Plain Heishi Beads offer a beautifully earthy, organic palette that only natural sapphire can deliver. Each 8-inch strand includes approximately 98 beads, showcasing a full spectrum of Umba tones—dusty rose, warm clay, soft plum, slate blue, mossy green, cream, and muted greys. The heishi cut gives these sapphires a clean, modern profile while still preserving the raw mineral character that makes Umba material so sought-after. Their smooth, flat silhouette makes them ideal for tightly-strung designs, stacked bracelets, or center-piece spacers that highlight the rich diversity of color in every bead.
Because Umba sapphires come from a uniquely complex deposit in East Africa, each strand carries its own fingerprint of natural zoning, inclusions, and soft translucency. The beads balance durability with a refined feel, offering designers a harmonious mix of rustic texture and gemstone sophistication. Use them to bring depth to neutral palettes, introduce subtle color variation to high-end gemstone strands, or create earthy luxury pieces that feel handcrafted and intentional.
Specifications
Material: Sapphire
Shape: Heishi
Color: Multicolor
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