$80.00
๐ฉต Natural Hubei Turquoise Graduated Rondelle Beads
Beautiful Hubei Turquoise beads arranged in a dramatic graduated strand, progressing from petite rondelles at the ends to large statement beads toward the center.
These beads feature an earthy mixture of turquoise blue, blue-green, deep green, brown, and dark matrix. Their organic freeform rondelle / heishi-style shape gives the strand a rustic handcrafted character, with every bead displaying its own unique color and matrix pattern.
๐ Size & Details
Gemstone: Hubei Turquoise
Shape: Graduated Freeform Rondelle / Heishi
Size Range: Approx. 2 ร 6mm to 3 ร 16mm
Strand Length: Approx. 15.5 inches
Quantity: Approx. 95 beads per strand
Color: Turquoise Blue, Green, Brown & Dark Matrix
Finish: Smooth Polished
Sold By: One strand
Measurements are approximate. Because these are freeform graduated beads, individual size, thickness, shape, color, and matrix will vary.
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๐ Beautiful Graduated Design
Unlike a strand of uniformly sized beads, these are intentionally graduated from approximately 6mm diameter at the smaller ends up to 16mm diameter near the center.
The gradual increase in size creates a natural focal point and makes the strand especially suitable for necklaces where the turquoise itself becomes the centerpiece.
๐จ Rich Turquoise & Matrix
Each strand offers a distinctive combination of:
๐ฉต Turquoise & aqua blue
๐ฟ Blue-green & deep green
๐ค Rich brown matrix
๐ค Dark brown to nearly black matrix
๐ชจ Webbed and mottled patterns
โจ Unique variations from bead to bead
Some pieces have predominantly turquoise surfaces, while others are heavily matrixed, creating the rustic appearance visible in the photos.
๐ Perfect for Jewelry Making
These graduated strands are particularly well suited for statement necklaces, Southwestern-inspired jewelry, bohemian designs, rustic jewelry, artisan necklaces, wire wrapping, and mixed turquoise creations.
The larger center beads can naturally serve as focal beads while the smaller rondelles transition toward the back of a necklace.
๐ฎ Turquoise Meaning & Symbolism
Turquoise has traditionally been associated with protection, wisdom, communication, friendship, and good fortune.
Gemstone meanings and metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are provided for informational purposes only.
๐ธ Natural Variation
Please expect variation in color, matrix, diameter, thickness, shape, and graduation.
Each strand is individually unique. Some may contain more turquoise blue and green, while others may display heavier brown or dark matrix. Photos represent the general appearance and quality range of the inventory.
๐ Why Buy From Perfect Gems?
โ Hubei Turquoise gemstone beads
โ Beautiful graduated strand
โ Approx. 6โ16mm diameter range
โ Approx. 95 beads per strand
โ Organic rondelle / heishi-style shape
โ Rich turquoise, green & brown matrix
โ Approx. 15.5" full strand
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Buyers are responsible for return shipping costs. If the item is not returned in its original condition, the buyer is responsible for any loss in value.