Blue Apatite · Microfaceted · Round · 3mm

Name: Blue Apatite · Microfaceted · Round · 3mm
Brand: Tejas Beads
SKU: 4RdApaBlu03MF033
Price: 5.95 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (2 reviews)

$5.95

SKU 4RdApaBlu03MF033

55 in stock

Strand Length: approx. 15 inches.

100% natural blue apatite beads.

The most prolific deposits of apatite are found in ancient marine and lakebed environments and consist of mineralized debris from water-dwelling organisms.

Apatite gemstones can vary from translucent to opaque and with vivid green, yellow, and blue colors, depending on their chemical composition. It is commonly used as an index mineral because pure apatite is near a perfect five on the Mohs Hardness Scale.

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Bead Count

Count of beads on a strand:

2mm = 170 Beads
3mm = 115 Beads
4mm = 85 Beads

Note: These are general guidelines. The actually count may be greater or slightly less than stated.

Hole Size

Bead hole size ranges:

2mm = 0.3mm to 0.5mm
3mm = 0.3mm to 0.5mm
4mm = 0.5mm to 0.8mm

Note: These are general guidelines. The actually hole size may be slightly larger or smaller than stated.

Recommendations

For beads 4mm and smaller, it is recommended to start with stringing wires no larger than .013inch / .33mm. This will ensure a proper fit and in most cases allow for feeding of the wire tip back through the beads for a clean finish.

Elastic cords can be used with beads 4mm and larger, but it will not fit through most beads smaller than 4mm. It's recommended to use 0.5mm elastic cord.

These recommendations are intended to help guide you for a successful project. With time and experience you'll discover what works best for your designs.

Blue Apatite · Microfaceted · Round · 3mm

Note: These are general guidelines. The actually count may be greater or slightly less than stated.

Note: These are general guidelines. The actually hole size may be slightly larger or smaller than stated.

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