{"product_id":"australian-jade-faceted-tube-beads-7x9-8x12mm","title":"Natural Mint Green Australian Jade Faceted Tube Beads Size 7x9-8x12mm Jewelry Making 15.5 Inch Strand, ~30pcs","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAustralian Jade Faceted Tube Beads\u003c\/strong\u003e are natural gemstone tubes from 7x9mm to 8x12mm, in mint, apple and sea green with patches of cream, tan and rusty brown matrix, and a few gray-black spots, cut with flat faces along each tube. Strung with small glass seed bead spacers between the beads. Ideal for necklaces, bracelets, earrings and layered designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7x9mm to 8x12mm faceted tube, approximately 1.0mm hole (+\/- 0.2mm), center drilled, polished glossy finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural Australian jade, faceted tube shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eQuantity:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 30 beads per 15.5 inch strand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFAQ\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat can I make with these?\u003c\/strong\u003e Bracelets, necklaces and earrings where a fresh, earthy green natural stone is wanted. It suits boho, nature-inspired and unisex designs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the beads vary?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes. Australian jade is a natural stone, so some beads are clean mint or apple green while others carry cream, tan or rusty brown matrix. Sizes vary from 7x9mm to 8x12mm, and most beads sit toward the smaller end.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Australian jade real jade?\u003c\/strong\u003e Australian jade is a trade name for chrysoprase, a natural green chalcedony from Australia that gets its apple-to-mint color from nickel. It is not jadeite or nephrite. The brown and tan patches are the natural host rock (matrix) it forms in.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do they string?\u003c\/strong\u003e The hole runs approximately 1.0mm, which takes beading wire, nylon cord and thin elastic. Every bead is center drilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat pairs well with them?\u003c\/strong\u003e These natural stone beads sit especially well with gold, brass and copper findings, and with turquoise, picture jasper or wood beads.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging:\u003c\/strong\u003e Every strand is carefully packed to arrive safely, ready to use right away.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Mycrazycrystal","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67696492871900,"sku":"7X9TBD436","price":16.93,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0738\/9285\/6028\/files\/medium_79f54df9-0939-48dd-a70f-81964172bc7c.jpg?v=1791936783","url":"https:\/\/mycrazycrystal.com\/products\/australian-jade-faceted-tube-beads-7x9-8x12mm","provider":"Mycrazycrystal","version":"1.0","type":"link"}