{"title":"Protection Gemstone Beads","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"497\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eExplore \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003egemstone \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003ebeads \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003echosen \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003efor \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003etheir \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eassociation \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003ewith \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eprotection, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003egrounding, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eand \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003ebalance. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003eThis \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"BZ_Pyq_fadeIn\"\u003erange 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Featuring smooth chips sized between 5-8mm, this long strand contains over 200 individual pieces, perfect for adding depth and contrast to any jewellery design.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic Grade A Brazilian Snowflake Obsidian  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChip size ranging from 5 to 8mm  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOver 200 beads per long strand  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSmooth, polished surface enhancing natural patterns  \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStriking black base with distinctive grey snowflake-like markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA Glimpse into Snowflake Obsidian’s Storied Past\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSnowflake Obsidian is a naturally occurring volcanic glass that has fascinated cultures for centuries. Historically valued for its sharpness and smooth texture, it was often utilised to craft cutting tools and ornamental objects. 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