Dragon Stone, or Dragon Blood Jasper, natural stone beads, 4mm/6mm/8mm/10mm.

MOHS hardness:  7
Stone of Courage.
Actually not a jasper - belongs to the Chalcedony Quartz mineral family.

Some say it promotes creativity, bravery and strength of will.  It's said to increase strength and endurance.

Our goal is to consistently provide the best beads available. You'll always receive excellent quality beads from us, just as described. Our photos are taken in-house so you'll always see what you're getting.

Map jasper, or gray crazy lace jasper, natural stone beads, 4mm/6mm/8mm/10mm.

MOHS hardness:  6.5-7
Stone of Protection.

Some say it is a nurturing stone, balancing energies and bringing a sense of peace and calmness.  It's said it brings a protective energy, reducing stress and bringing calm.

Our goal is to consistently provide the best beads available. You'll always receive excellent quality beads from us, just as described. Our photos are taken in-house so you'll always see what you're getting.

Orange garnet natural stone beads, 6mm/8mm/10mm

MOHS hardness:  7 - 7.5
Stone of Creativity.
Sensitive to heat, acids and salts.  
Origin:  Zambia

Some say it is a powerful stone for attraction and manifestation.  Said to energize the spirit.

Our goal is to consistently provide the best beads available. You'll always receive excellent quality beads from us, just as described. Our photos are taken in-house so you'll always see exactly what you're getting.

Fire quartz (red hematoid quartz) B quality natural stone beads, 6mm/8mm/10mm.  (Fewer red inclusions than normal quality stones.)

MOHS hardness:  7
Stone of Optimism.
Also known as fire quartz

Some say it encourages a natural, unfiltered flow of creativity, and promotes spiritual enlightenment.  Said to be good for balance when feeling scattered.

Our goal is to consistently provide the best beads available. You'll always receive excellent quality beads from us, just as described. Our photos are taken in-house so you'll always see what you're getting.

MOHS hardness:  7.5
Stone of Successful Love.
The difficulty in finding purely translucent pieces drives the price up.

Some say it to balance the heart and the mind, fostering a sense of emotional equilibrium and nurturing the capacity for unconditional love.  Said to promote friendship, peace, harmony, and domestic bliss.

Our goal is to consistently provide the best beads available. You'll always receive excellent quality beads from us, just as described. Our photos are taken in-house so you'll always see what you're getting.

Blue Calcite Limespar natural stone beads, 6mm/8mm/10mm.

MOHS hardness:  3
Stone of Amplification.
Forms many rock types including limestone, marble and travertine.

Some say it facilitates the opening of higher consciousness and psychic abilities.  Said to be a muse for creative types.

Our goal is to consistently provide the best beads available. You'll always receive excellent quality beads from us, just as described. Our photos are taken in-house so you'll always see what you're getting.

Black Obsidian natural stone beads, 4mm/6mm/8mm/10mm.

MOHS hardness:  5 - 5.5
Stone of Protection.
So reflective it's nearly impossible to photograph.

Some say it helps release negative emotions, such as anger, fear, and anxiety.  Said to absorb and transmute negative energies.

Our goal is to consistently provide the best beads available. You'll always receive excellent quality beads from us, just as described. Our photos are taken in-house so you'll always see what you're getting.