Apatite Faceted Round Bead Strand (APA_001) bead and are traditionally carved from

and are traditionally carved from large seeds

Iolite is the gem-quality variety of the mineral cordierite and comes in a range of light and dark blue tones sometimes with a purplish tinge

Aquamarine is the birthstone of March and the gem of the 19th wedding anniversary

red Garnets are associated with love and friendship

Aventurine stones are used for inviting wealth

Apatite Faceted Round Bead Strand (APA_001) bead and are traditionally carved fromApapatite is a very common mineral, but transparent gemstone quality apaptite is very rare. The name "apatite" was derived from the Greek word "cheat". It was given this name because of its close resemblance to more valuable semi precious gemstones.