Natural stone beads
Beads are one of the favorite women's adornments, which appeared in ancient times. Beads made from natural stones are considered the most popular. They are not only able to become a stylish accessory for any image, but also have healing and protective properties.
Properties and benefits
In addition to the mesmerizing natural beauty of stones, it has long been believed that jewelry with them has various properties and can even influence the fate of a person.
When choosing such jewelry, many people pay attention to their zodiac sign. Such decoration will help to successfully conduct business, protect from enemies and ill-wishers, have a beneficial effect on the general condition and well-being, and even help some find a soul mate.
Jasper as a talisman is suitable for everyone, except for those born under the sign of cancer and fish. Turquoise will also be a great talisman for everyone except lions. Topaz should be chosen by Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Lions, Scorpions and Sagittarius. Ruby will protect rams, bulls, crayfish, lions, scorpions and ibex. Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Lions, Virgo, Libra, Sagittarius and Aquarius can choose an emerald as a talisman. Pearl beads will protect from the evil eye of rams, twins, crayfish, aquarius and fish.
In addition, the stones used as adornments are considered by many to have various medicinal properties. For example, a coral necklace will protect against headaches, and a moonstone will help withstand pain in the spine. To strengthen the immune system, it is better to choose turquoise, and crystal and aquamarine are suitable for liver restoration.
Agate jewelry helps to overcome the complications of respiratory diseases, and also has a beneficial effect on the nervous system. For people with alcohol problems and other bad habits, it is advised to choose quartz or amethyst.
The stones react to the behavior and attitude of the person who wears them. With a careful attitude, the jewelry will show its properties to the fullest. And in negligent owners, minerals can change color, and in the presence of cracks or other defects, they direct energy in a negative direction. The most powerful are inherited or donated beads with stones. But stolen jewelry can bring misfortune.
Fashion Models
Today there are a huge number of different models of jewelry for the neckline made of gems. Necklaces made of precious and semi-precious stones are especially popular. However, you can choose cheaper analogs of jewelry made from artificial stones.
From jasper
Jasper decorations are presented in a wide range of colors. Translated, the name of this mineral sounds like bright or variegated. Indeed, the color of this mineral is rarely uniform; in most cases, jasper has a heterogeneous color and can be of almost all colors of the rainbow.
All existing varieties of this mineral are conventionally divided into several categories: green, white, red or bloody jasper, which also includes heliotropes - red-green minerals, and jasper agate. Rare and beautiful types of jasper are highly prized.
Ruby
Ruby is one of the most expensive gemstones; some of its types are more expensive than diamonds. This mineral was one of the first to be grown artificially for jewelry making.
For owners of ruby jewelry, this stone helps to achieve goals and makes them invulnerable in the eyes of enemies. Some believe that with the help of this gem, you can gain power over people. Also, many people associate ruby with passion for love.
Jade
The semi-precious jade stone gets its name from its appearance, which resembles a human kidney. Therefore, even in ancient times, it was used in the treatment of kidney diseases and was even taken orally in the form of a powder.
Jade products can have different colors. The most common mineral is green, and the rarest examples are red and blue jade. Previously, this durable mineral was used to create various tools, but later they were used in jewelry. Holders of jade beads are able to change their lives for the better, being guided only by good intentions.
Lapis lazuli
The lapis lazuli necklace has delicate cornflower blue colors. This gem is also called lapis lazuli. Lapis lazuli beads have a low price, but this does not detract from all its beauty. And although this mineral is mined in sufficient quantities, they often try to counterfeit it.
Real lapis lazuli is fireproof; when wet, it evenly distributes moisture over the surface and shimmers only in the sun. For people who have chosen lapis lazuli as their stone, wearing such beads promises success in one of the four fields - career, financial condition, love or play, and also allows them to fill life with spiritual meaning.
From opal
Jewelery made of noble types of opal, which have an iridescent tint and pure color, are considered precious and are highly appreciated by many jewelers.
Expensive opals include six varieties of this mineral:
- translucent white opal in light blue tones;
- black stone with blue-violet, green or burgundy tints;
- fire opal in red and yellow tones;
- royal - combines several colors at once;
- colorless or with a slight cold shade of jirazol;
- absolutely green Lejos opal with a multi-colored sheen.
Opal beads will help their wearer to preserve and develop their talents, especially if they relate to the creative field.
From topaz
A necklace made of topaz or "Siberian diamond" is distinguished by its special strength of crystals and glass luster. Among the varieties of topaz, more expensive and rare crystals of yellow, blue, pink and red color and less valuable colorless, green or slightly colored crystals are distinguished. With frequent wearing of jewelry with this gem, a person can develop intuition and the ability to quickly find a way out of difficult situations. Also, wearing this stone helps to grow spiritually and protects from ill-wishers.
Sapphire
Sapphire jewelry is usually blue in color of varying intensity and is highly prized. This precious variety of corundum is distinguished by its high strength and hardness values, which makes it possible to wear jewelry made of this stone for many years.
In addition to various blue shades, this gem has more rare and expensive colors: padparadscha - a mixture of pink and orange, songa and tanduru, presented in various colors, as well as green, pink, yellow sapphires and stones combining two colors at once. Since ancient times, sapphire has been a symbol of purity and consistency. In addition, sapphire beads will save their mistress from melancholy.
From moonstone
The moonstone gets its name from its mesmerizing pale blue tint and silvery glow. Moonstones can have a milky white hue, lilac specimens and minerals with an internal golden glow are found. The most valuable are minerals with a rich blue color and pronounced adularization or internal luminescence.
Multicolor minerals are the least valued in jewelry. Moonstone jewelry helps to cleanse the human biofield, relieving fears and fits of anger. In addition, this mineral is used for good luck in love affairs. For creative individuals, such a bead-shaped talisman will help reveal hidden talents and inspire new creations.
Designer jewelry made of precious and semi-precious minerals amaze with a variety of shapes and colors. The rich imagination of jewelry craftsmen helps them create truly unique beads that will become an excellent accessory in various women's looks. An outfit in ethnic style or boho style will harmoniously complement Indian beads from various natural minerals.
Necklaces made of raw stones of different shapes and sizes look organic and textured in the open neckline. The multi-row volumetric jewelry looks especially original, which will play a decisive role in an elegant evening look.
Unusual and very beautiful necklaces are made from a combination of beads and stones. And handicrafts using the soutache technique can be called a real and unique work of art, which will become an exclusive decoration for any dress or suit.
Laconic pendant necklaces with a talisman stone on a chain will become a modest but very beautiful accessory for any girl. In addition, such a barely noticeable decoration with a natural mineral will give self-confidence and protect against failures.
Colour
The color scheme of the chosen decoration from natural rocks is of great importance. In addition to the fact that such a necklace should harmoniously fit into the image, its color can affect the mood and general condition of the girl. In addition, beads are a means of information about a person for others.
White minerals such as moonstone or pearls promote spiritual growth and a positive outlook. This color will appeal to good-natured and friendly people.
The use of black stones in beads - agate or oxydian - helps to establish faith in yourself and your own strengths and to show resilience in any situation. In addition, on the neck, such an adornment looks contrasting and very attractive.
Green malachite and jade are able to tune the interlocutor in a friendly way. In addition, this color is associated with good health and unity with nature.
Brown beads made of tiger's eye or bronzite help to stay calm and, thanks to the connection with fertile land, allow you to find family happiness and well-being.
Business and motivated people prefer blue colors in aquamarine or amazonite jewelry. This color relieves aggressive moods and helps develop intuitive skills.
How to choose?
Beads should be selected based on the characteristics of your appearance. Following some tips, you can choose the perfect decoration for the external type of the girl:
- For girls with fair skin tone, jewelry in classic colors - red, black or white - is ideal. Pastel colors highlight the beauty of tanned skin.
- If a girl has a thin and long neck, then it is better for her to choose short choker options. Long beads, on the contrary, can lengthen the neck and make it thinner.
- For ladies with curvaceous shapes, it is better to give up necklaces with large stones and choose long beads in several turns or with intertwined rows.
- A win-win option would be a piece of jewelry matched to your eye color.
How to clean and care?
Many mineral jewelry can quickly lose its original beauty due to the fact that the owner does not know how to store and properly clean accessories of this kind.
Many gems do not tolerate exposure to direct sunlight, so it is better to store such jewelry in a dark and dry place with a stable temperature regime. It is better to purchase special holders for beads in advance, which will protect them from tangling and will not allow them to lose their shape.
Most often, to clean jewelry with natural stones, it is advised to use a mild soapy solution, after which the beads are washed and dried. For some minerals, an alkaline environment is harmful, and salt or ammonia is used instead of soap. This, for example, applies to seafood - pearls, mother-of-pearl and coral.
How to wear?
Short beads are usually worn on the body and not on clothing. They will be a great accessory for both office style and everyday bows. Due to their versatility, such jewelry is especially loved by many fashionistas.
For clothes with a deep neckline, necklaces of medium length are the best fit. Regardless of the type of neckline, such jewelry will harmoniously fit into an elegant feminine look.
Long beads give freedom to women's imaginations. They can be worn flat or tied in a knot on the chest, or they can be wrapped several times around the neck. Such accessories perfectly complement the business style, and also look good with evening dresses.
In any case, when choosing accessories, you need to show a sense of proportion and put on no more than three jewelry at once, and one of them should be assigned the main role in the image.
Beautiful images
Beads in which jasper is combined with other stones look unusual and very textured. Such an adornment will harmoniously fill the open neckline and, in combination with earrings from the same set, add a zest to the look.
Bright coral beads look lively in their natural shape. Such a necklace in several layers will become a real adornment of a light summer look with translucent robes.
Pearl beads will be an excellent addition to the solemn image of the bride. For a wedding dress under the bust, the decoration in several layers will harmoniously fill the open neck and fit perfectly into the snow-white wedding dress of the girl.