Product Title: Dumortierite Faceted Round Beads Strands – 128 Facets – 4mm to 12mm Mixed Sizes – 38cm/strand – Natural Blue Quartz Gemstone Beads for Jewelry Making
Product Description:
Add deep, calming blue elegance to your jewelry designs with our Dumortierite Faceted Round Beads Strands. Dumortierite is a striking blue aluminum borosilicate mineral, prized for its rich, velvety blue to violet-blue hues – ranging from soft cornflower blue to deep indigo and sometimes displaying chatoyant (cat's eye) properties. Often called "Blue Quartz" or "Denim Lapis," dumortierite offers a beautiful, affordable alternative to lapis lazuli and sodalite. These beads feature a stunning 128-facet precision cut – far more facets than standard beads – creating exceptional light reflection and brilliant sparkle from every angle. The beads range from approximately 4mm to 12mm in mixed sizes, offering a dynamic, graduated look perfect for statement pieces. Each strand measures approximately 38cm (15 inches) in length, strung and knotted for safe shipping. These strands are a favorite among professional jewelry designers, crystal healers, and anyone seeking a powerful, throat-chakra stone.
Why Jewelry Makers Choose These Dumortierite Bead Strands:
128 Facet Precision Cut: Each bead features 128 individual facets – far superior to standard 16 or 32 facet beads – delivering exceptional light reflection and brilliant sparkle.
Genuine Natural Dumortierite: Authentic blue gemstone – no dyes, no synthetics. Rich blue to violet-blue hues, often with subtle white or grey mottling.
Beautiful Blue Palette: Soft cornflower blue, rich denim blue, deep indigo, and violet-blue – reminiscent of lapis lazuli at a more accessible price point.
Mixed Sizes (4-12mm): Beads ranging from small 4mm accent beads to larger 12mm focal beads – perfect for graduated, layered, or statement designs.
Consistent Quality: Well-rounded, uniformly drilled beads with smooth 0.8–1mm holes for easy stringing on wire, elastic cord, silk thread, or memory wire.
Ready-to-Use Strand: Approximately 38cm (15 inches) per strand – simply cut, arrange, and create.
Versatile Applications: Perfect for throat chakra jewelry, communication-themed pieces, men's bracelets, unisex designs, stacking bracelets, meditation malas, and meaningful handmade gifts.
Metaphysical & Spiritual Appeal (Optional – include if relevant to your audience):
Dumortierite is known as the "Stone of Discipline and Clarity." It is believed to:
Enhance mental clarity, focus, and organizational ability
Support the throat chakra, encouraging clear communication and self-expression
Promote patience, discipline, and self-control
Calm anxiety, reduce stress, and bring a sense of order to chaos
Dumortierite is often used by students, public speakers, and those in high-pressure professions requiring clear thinking and articulate expression.
Specifications:
Material: Natural Dumortierite (aluminum borosilicate mineral)
Shape: Faceted Round – 128 Facets per bead (high precision cut)
Sizes: Mixed – Approximately 4mm to 12mm per strand
Strand Length: Approximately 38cm (15 inches / 0.38 meters)
Hole Size: Approx. 0.8mm – 1mm (fits most jewelry wire and cord)
Bead Count per Strand: Varies due to mixed sizes – approximately 25-45 beads per strand
Grade: AA (consistent blue color, good clarity, smooth polish)
Visual Characteristics:
Color: Cornflower blue, denim blue, indigo, violet-blue, lavender-blue – rich, velvety blue tones
Effect: 128-facet cut creates brilliant sparkle and light reflection
Transparency: Opaque to semi-translucent on thin edges
Occasional Features: White or grey mottling, dark blue specks, chatoyant (cat's eye) bands in some beads, or dark matrix veining
Finish: High polish with faceted light-catching surfaces
Included in Package:
1 full strand of Dumortierite Faceted Round Beads – 128 facets, mixed sizes 4-12mm, approx. 38cm length – securely strung and double-knotted for safe shipping.
Care Instructions:
Clean gently with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners, harsh chemicals, and prolonged water exposure. Dumortierite is durable (Mohs 7-8.5) and resistant to scratching but should still be stored away from harder gemstones.
Shop with Confidence:
We hand-select each strand for well-defined snowflake patterns and consistent faceting. Wholesale pricing available for orders of 100+ strands – contact us for a custom quote.
💙 What is Dumortierite?
Dumortierite is a blue aluminum borosilicate mineral named after the French paleontologist Eugène Dumortier (1803-1873). It is prized for its rich, velvety blue to violet-blue colors, which often resemble the appearance of lapis lazuli or sodalite – but at a more accessible price point.
Key Characteristics:
Hardness: 7-8.5 (Mohs) – very durable for everyday wear
Appearance: Opaque with a smooth, vitreous luster
Distinctive Feature: May display chatoyancy (cat's eye effect) when cut en cabochon
Major Sources: Brazil, France, Italy, Madagascar, Namibia, Poland, Sri Lanka, and the United States
Dumortierite vs. Similar Blue Stones:
| Stone | Color | Transparency | Key Feature |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dumortierite | Cornflower to indigo blue | Opaque | Velvety texture, often mottled |
| Lapis Lazuli | Royal blue | Opaque | Golden pyrite flecks |
| Sodalite | Navy to royal blue | Opaque | White veining |
| Blue Aventurine | Pale to medium blue | Opaque | Shimmery (aventurescence) |
| Azurite | Deep blue | Translucent to opaque | Often with green malachite |
Why 128 Facets?
Standard faceted beads typically have 16 or 32 facets. Our 128-facet beads feature precision-cut angles that dramatically increase light reflection, creating exceptional brilliance and sparkle – even in opaque gemstones like dumortierite.
