Product Description:
Add warm, earthy radiance with brilliant faceted sparkle to your jewelry designs with our Red Agate Faceted Flat Round Disc / Coin Beads Strands. These beautiful beads feature natural red agate – a stunning variety of banded chalcedony prized for its warm, earthy spectrum of red tones, from soft coral and burnt orange to deep brick red, terracotta, and rich crimson, often featuring subtle white, cream, or grey banding that adds depth and natural character. The faceted flat round disc (coin) shape offers a unique, stacked silhouette with precision-cut facets on both flat surfaces that catch and reflect light beautifully from every angle.
Red agate is a natural gemstone that derives its color from trace amounts of iron oxides, resulting in soft, organic hues that are uniquely grounding. Unlike dyed agates, natural red agate features softer, more varied earth tones with visible banding. The natural stone is carefully shaped into flat round disc (coin) beads – a distinctive shape that sits beautifully in layered designs – then faceted on both sides to enhance its natural color and banding patterns. The beads are approximately four millimeters in size, perfect for delicate and intricate designs. Each strand measures approximately thirty-eight centimeters in length, strung and knotted for safe shipping.
Why Jewelry Makers Choose These Red Agate Faceted Coin Beads:
Warm Earthy Red: Soft coral, burnt orange, terracotta, brick red, rust, and deep crimson – often with subtle white or cream banding.
Natural Banding: Subtle white, cream, or light grey bands add depth and character – each bead is unique.
Unique Coin Shape: Flat round disc (coin) silhouette with faceted surfaces – perfect for layered and spacer designs.
Genuine Natural Red Agate: Authentic banded chalcedony – no dyes, no artificial color enhancement. Color comes from natural iron oxides.
Good Durability: Red agate is durable enough for everyday wear.
Consistent 4mm Size: Perfect for delicate designs, spacer elements, and intricate patterns.
Ready-to-Use Strand: Simply cut, arrange, and create.
Versatile Applications: Perfect for root chakra jewelry, autumn-themed designs, bohemian styles, Southwestern pieces, stacked necklaces, multi-strand bracelets, and earthy handmade gifts.
Metaphysical & Spiritual Appeal (Optional – include if relevant to your audience):
Red agate is known as the "Stone of Strength and Courage." It is believed to promote grounding, stability, and emotional balance, enhance courage, confidence, and physical vitality, support the root chakra, providing a sense of safety and security, and encourage creativity, passion, and motivation. Unlike many other red stones, red agate is prized for its gentle, nurturing energy rather than an intense, fiery one.
Specifications:
Material: Natural Red Agate
Shape: Faceted Flat Round Disc / Coin
Approximate Size: 4mm (diameter)
Strand Length: Approximately 38cm (15 inches)
Hole Size: Compatible with most jewelry wire and cord
Bead Count per Strand: Approximately 90-100 beads
Grade: AA
Hardness: Durable for everyday wear
Visual Characteristics:
Colors: Coral, burnt orange, terracotta, brick red, rust, deep crimson – soft to medium red earth tones
Banding: Subtle white, cream, light grey, or translucent bands – each bead is unique
Shape: Flat round disc / coin – faceted on both flat surfaces
Effect: Faceted surfaces create brilliant sparkle and highlight the natural banding
Finish: High polish with precision faceted edges
Included in Package:
One full strand of Red Agate Faceted Flat Round Disc / Coin Beads – approximately 4mm, 38cm in 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. Red agate is durable but should be stored away from harder gemstones to prevent scratching.
Shop with Confidence:
We hand-select each strand for even color distribution and consistent faceting. Wholesale pricing available for orders of 100+ strands – contact us for a custom quote.
🔴✨ What are Natural Red Agate Faceted Flat Round Disc / Coin Beads?
These beautiful beads feature genuine natural red agate in a unique faceted coin shape.
About Natural Red Agate:
Red agate is a variety of chalcedony – a cryptocrystalline form of quartz – that displays bands or layers of red, orange, and brown, often alternating with white, cream, or translucent bands. The red color comes from natural iron oxide inclusions within the stone. Unlike dyed red agate (which is often howlite or low-grade agate artificially colored to achieve bright, uniform red), natural red agate typically features softer, more varied earth tones with visible banding. Natural red agate is primarily sourced from Brazil, India, Uruguay, and Madagascar. It is prized for its grounding energy, durability, and timeless, organic beauty.
About the Coin / Disc Shape:
The flat round disc (coin) shape is a versatile bead silhouette that sits beautifully in layered designs, multi-strand bracelets, and as spacer elements between larger beads. When faceted on both flat surfaces, these beads catch light from every angle while maintaining a low profile perfect for delicate work.
Size:
These beads are approximately 4mm in diameter, making them ideal for delicate designs, intricate patterns, and spacer elements.
Natural Red Agate vs. Dyed Red Agate:
| Feature | Natural Red Agate | Dyed Red Agate |
|---|---|---|
| Color | Soft coral, terracotta, brick red | Bright, uniform cherry or crimson red |
| Banding | Visible natural white/cream bands | Often no visible banding |
| Authenticity | Natural color from iron oxides | Artificial color treatment |
Important Care Reminder:
Clean with a soft, damp cloth. Avoid ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals. Red agate is durable, making it suitable for everyday wear.
Perfect for Layered and Grounding Jewelry:
The combination of red agate's warm, earthy energy and unique faceted coin shape makes these beads perfect for root chakra designs, grounding pieces, layered necklaces, multi-strand bracelets, and any project needing a warm, natural, distinctive touch.
