Add a sophisticated metallic touch to your jewelry with these faceted olive-shaped hematite-look beads featuring a labradorite sheen—perfect for creating trendy, mineral-inspired necklaces, bracelets, or earrings.
These glass beads combine an elongated olive shape with multiple facets that capture the light, revealing metallic highlights with shifting hues—a hallmark of the Labrador color: a blend of anthracite gray and iridescent blue-greens that change depending on the viewing angle. Their smooth surface and dark hue give them a mineral-like, contemporary look. Each bead measures 5 mm long by 3 mm in diameter.
What can you make with faceted olive-shaped hematite-look beads?
These beads lend themselves easily to creating necklaces and bracelets by stringing them on wire. They pair well with other beads of various shapes—such as round, heishi, or Rondelle beads—to create dynamic arrangements. Their labradorite-like color complements both gold and silver tones, making them versatile for various combinations. For inspiration, check out this tutorial for a necklace and bracelet featuring hematite beads and Rondelle beads, which clearly demonstrates how to incorporate this type of bead into a well-balanced DIY design.
No matter your skill level, tutorials and technical guides are available to walk you through the process step by step: choosing thread, stringing techniques, finishing touches, calculating lengths, and coordinating colors among different beads. These practical resources let you work at your own pace and develop the right habits for creating polished, long-lasting pieces.
Please note: Each stone is unique and may differ significantly from the photo (in size and color).
These imitation hematite beads are made of iron powder and small amounts of carbon dioxide and aluminum. They are synthetic hematite and are non-magnetic.
Details:
Length: 5 mm
Diameter: 3 mm
Inner hole diameter: 0.7 mm
Sold in 39-centimeter strands, containing approximately 77 pieces
