Cherry Quartz- Ovals

Despite its name, Cherry Quartz is man-made glass in colors from translucent pink to cherry-red hues with cloud-like inclusions. It offers the look of a gemstone but is not a naturally occurring variety of quartz. In 1990, when it first appeared on the bead market, some bead vendors sold it as a gemstone (but Janice and Kate knew better). It wasn't until 2003 at the Tucson Gem Show that it was actually tested by the GIA (Gemological Institute of America) and confirmed that the beads were manufactured glass.

At BSDC, we have left it in the gemstone category but we know it's glass. We love it for it's beauty and curb appeal. Like Goldstone and Apple Coral, some fakes are irrisistable!

We are thrilled we were able to purchase this lost stash in the back of a Bead Dealer's warehouse. Gathering dust, it's time they saw the light! 

Project Ideas: This is perfect for Sunrise. Also, because they are flat, they are ideal for macramé. Why not add them to your own take on Papillon?

Sizing Info: Hole size is 0.8mm. For knotting, we recommend Fine C-Lon.

Beads were made in China. Expect slight variations in size. Beads may have been dyed and heat treated to stabilize color.

Sold by the 15-1/2 inch strand. Approximately 24 beads per strand.