Blue Magnesite Teardrop Pendant. Four Pieces Per Order.

These pictures depict what a typical batch looks like. These pieces are practically identical from one to another.

Approx. 14x18mm. Top drilled for a more "refined' look. Can be used for earrings, necklaces or charms. A great alternative for those desire the look of natural turquoise at a fraction of the cost.

Magnesite beads have been on the market for the past 20 years, and have become infamous for being sold as natural turquoise by internet sellers (even numerous boutique/stores) across the country. Natural magnesite range from white to light brown and some even has natural veins, so when dyed to different colors such as blue, it looks almost identical to turquoise. It is very abundant, meaning the raw material is very cheap. So understandably, it can get frustrating knowing that such cheap material is out there claiming to be the much more expensive turquoise. The truth is, magnesite is a natural stone that is stronger than turquoise and absorbs color beautifully without fading. Despite the negative reputation of magnesite, it truly is the perfect affordable alternative to turquoise in my opinion. At June Jewels, you'll never have to worry about distinguishing between what's real and what's not on my site because every item here is properly represented and accurately described.

Further Details

• Bead width: 14mm
• Bead height: 18-19mm
• Quantity per order: 4
• Weight per piece: 5 grams