Introducing our stunning aquamarine beads wire-wrapped in copper that will add a touch of simple elegance and sophistication to any outfit. The aquamarine beads are natural and have a beautiful light blue colour that is soft and feminine.
Each bead is carefully wire-wrapped by hand with copper in a herringbone design complete with shepherd hooks, which has been antiqued, hammered and polished. The copper wire adds a warm, earthy tone that perfectly complements the blue hue of the beads, creating a harmonious and eye-catching contrast.
Treat yourself or someone special – they’re the perfect gift for birthdays, anniversaries, or any other special occasion.
Aquamarine is a beautiful gemstone that belongs to the beryl family, which also includes emerald and morganite. It gets its colour from trace amounts of iron in its crystal structure. The name “aquamarine” comes from the Latin words “aqua” meaning water and “marina” meaning the sea, reflecting its beautiful ocean-like colour.
Aquamarine is typically found in pegmatite veins, which are large pockets of igneous rock that form as magma cools slowly deep beneath the Earth’s surface. These veins are often found in mountainous regions where the Earth’s crust has been uplifted and eroded over time, exposing the underlying rock formations.
Most of the world’s aquamarine is mined in Brazil, but it can also be found in other countries such as Madagascar, Nigeria, and Afghanistan. The largest aquamarine ever found was discovered in Brazil in 1910 and weighed over 110 kilograms.
