Purple Aventurine Faceted Round Beads Strands, 128 Facets, Approx 4-12mm, 38cm/strand
- Shape: Round
- Lead Color: Purple
- Embellishment: Faceted
- Type: Loose Beads
- Treatment: No treatment

Product Title: Purple Aventurine Faceted Round Beads Strands – 128 Facets – 4mm to 12mm Mixed Sizes – 38cm/strand – Natural Quartz Gemstone Beads for Jewelry Making
Product Description:
Add regal, mystical elegance to your jewelry designs with our Purple Aventurine Faceted Round Beads Strands. Purple aventurine is a stunning variety of quartz, prized for its soft, dreamy lavender to deep violet-purple hues, often accompanied by a subtle, shimmering effect known as aventurescence – caused by tiny inclusions of lepidolite, mica, or other minerals. The color ranges from pale lilac and lavender to rich grape purple, offering a beautiful, affordable alternative to amethyst with an added subtle sparkle. 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 calming, spiritually uplifting gemstone.
Why Jewelry Makers Choose These Purple Aventurine 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.
Natural Purple Aventurine: Genuine quartz gemstone with natural lepidolite or mica inclusions – no dyes. Soft lavender to deep violet-purple with subtle shimmer (aventurescence).
Beautiful Purple Palette: Pale lilac, lavender, mauve, orchid, and deep grape purple – calming, spiritual, and universally flattering.
Subtle Sparkle (Aventurescence): Unlike amethyst, purple aventurine displays a gentle, glittering shimmer from natural mineral inclusions.
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 third-eye and crown chakra jewelry, spiritual designs, meditation malas, women's bracelets, stacking bracelets, and elegant handmade gifts.
Metaphysical & Spiritual Appeal (Optional – include if relevant to your audience):
Purple aventurine combines the properties of green aventurine (luck, abundance) with the spiritual energy of purple stones. It is believed to:
Enhance intuition, spiritual awareness, and psychic abilities
Promote calmness, emotional balance, and stress relief
Support the third-eye and crown chakras
Encourage creativity, imagination, and dream recall
Purple aventurine is often used for meditation, spiritual growth, and connecting with higher consciousness.
Specifications:
Material: Natural Purple Aventurine (quartz variety with lepidolite/mica inclusions)
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 purple color, visible aventurescence, smooth polish)
Visual Characteristics:
Color: Pale lilac, lavender, mauve, orchid, violet, deep grape purple – soft to medium purple tones
Effect: Aventurescence – subtle, shimmering glitter from lepidolite or mica inclusions; plus 128-facet sparkle
Transparency: Semi-translucent to opaque
Occasional Features: White or silver mica flecks, subtle color banding, or darker purple streaks
Finish: High polish with faceted light-catching surfaces
Included in Package:
1 full strand of Purple Aventurine 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. Purple aventurine is durable (Mohs 6.5-7) but should be stored away from harder gemstones to prevent scratching.
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 Purple Aventurine?
Purple aventurine is a variety of quartz (chalcedony) that contains tiny inclusions of lepidolite (a purple mica), manganese, or other minerals. These inclusions create two signature effects:
Purple Color: Soft lavender to deep violet-purple hues
Aventurescence: A subtle, shimmering glitter effect that catches the light
Purple Aventurine vs. Amethyst:
While purple aventurine and amethyst are both purple quartz varieties, they have distinct differences:
| Feature | Purple Aventurine | Amethyst |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Soft lavender to violet | Pale lilac to deep purple |
| Sparkle | Yes (aventurescence) | No |
| Transparency | Semi-translucent to opaque | Transparent to translucent |
| Price | Affordable | Varies (can be expensive) |
| Inclusions | Lepidolite/mica flecks | Minimal |
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 – while also highlighting the stone's natural aventurescence.


