Why We Reach For Amazonite Over Turquoise
Our Amazonite is a feldspar, not turquoise. You get that same soft blue-green look for less, and it is harder too, at 6 to 6.5 Mohs. The cream veining in our strands is albite growing inside the stone, so no two of yours will match exactly. We check every strand for tone before it ships to you.
Pick Your Size and Cut
We suggest 2mm to 4mm when you want dainty spacers. Reach for 6mm to 8mm for your stretch bracelets and malas. Pick our faceted nuggets and ovals when you want a bold focal. Filter our shapes, sizes, and drill holes to find your match.
How We Care For Yours
Wipe your piece with a soft cloth and mild soap. Keep yours away from ultrasonic cleaners and harsh chemicals. We love our Amazonite gemstone beads next to apatite, lapis, moonstone, and warm gold.
Amazonite at a Glance: SPEC Table
Here is everything you need to know before you string your first strand.
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Attribute |
Value |
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Color |
Blue-green to robin's-egg blue, with cream and white veining |
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Mineral |
Microcline feldspar (potassium aluminum silicate) |
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Crystal system |
Triclinic |
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Stone family |
Feldspar |
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Mohs hardness |
6 to 6.5 |
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Strand sizes |
2.2mm to 30mm |
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Strand lengths |
7.5 inches to 18 inches |
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Strand shapes |
Round, faceted round, rondelle, cube, coin, oval, heart, pear, pillow, nugget, melon |
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Drill hole |
1mm on stated strands. Large-hole 1.5mm and 2mm available in bead sets |
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Origin |
Russian material identified on select strands. |
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Care |
Soft cloth and mild soap only. No ultrasonic, no steam, no solvents |
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Pairs well with |
Apatite, lapis lazuli, moonstone, labradorite, and turquoise |
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