SKU: 56166

11x7mm Idocrase Handcut Plain Ovals 12 inch 27 beads

$8.00$0.29 per bead27 beads· 12 in strand
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Description

These 11x7mm Idocrase Handcut Plain Oval Beads showcase the beautiful earthy character of natural idocrase, also known as vesuvianite, in a rich spectrum of olive green, moss green, golden chartreuse, and deep forest green tones. Each gemstone features a softly rounded, elongated oval silhouette with a smooth, polished surface that beautifully highlights the stone's natural coloration and internal characteristics. The beads display an intriguing variety of translucency, with some revealing luminous, almost glassy green interiors while others exhibit deeper, more opaque coloration and complex mineral patterns. Subtle variations in shade create a captivating interplay of warm yellow-green highlights and darker, richly saturated green tones, while natural inclusions, cloudy formations, and occasional brown or charcoal-colored markings add depth and individuality throughout the strand. The handcut shapes feature gentle variations in proportions, thickness, and contours, lending each bead an appealing organic quality. Their combination of lush botanical coloration, natural internal textures, and softly polished surfaces creates a sophisticated, earthy appearance reminiscent of moss-covered stones, woodland foliage, and the rich colors of the natural world.

Measuring approximately 11x7mm, these Idocrase Handcut Plain Ovals are ideal for creating elegant necklaces, distinctive bracelets, sophisticated earrings, and beautifully textured gemstone jewelry designs. Their elongated oval shapes offer a graceful alternative to traditional round beads, creating an attractive rhythm and sense of movement when arranged into continuous strands or incorporated alongside complementary gemstones. The rich green coloration pairs beautifully with yellow gold, antique brass, copper, sterling silver, and oxidized metals, while creating harmonious combinations with gemstones such as peridot, green tourmaline, smoky quartz, labradorite, citrine, garnet, and freshwater pearls. Their natural variations in color and translucency make them particularly appealing for botanical-inspired jewelry, earthy artisan designs, and sophisticated contemporary pieces that emphasize the beauty of natural gemstone materials. Whether featured in a simple necklace that showcases their richly varied green hues, combined with contrasting gemstones in a statement bracelet, or incorporated as elegant accents in intricate jewelry compositions, these idocrase ovals bring a beautiful balance of organic character, subtle luminosity, and timeless sophistication to handcrafted jewelry. Each strand measures approximately 12 inches and contains approximately 27 Idocrase Handcut Plain Oval Beads, with individual variations in shape, size, coloration, translucency, and natural mineral inclusions that make every strand uniquely beautiful.

At a glance
Stone
Idocrase
Shape
Oval
Bead size
8x6mm to 14x9mm
Beads per strand
27
Strand length
12 in
Color
Green
SKU
56166

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