Coin beads as the name suggests are coin shaped beads that may be smooth or rough on their surfaces and are available in many different colors depending on the stone used. Rectangle beads and puffed beads are also classified as coin beads and it is usually the patterned and brightly colored stones that are used for making coin beads. Typically used to make jewelry, they can also be stitched onto clothing or used as buttons to create a designer look. Focal beads are very popular due to the powers that they have to influence the thinking of the wearer and all these and much more can be bought online.
Making Your Own Jewelry
Earrings, bracelets, chains and rings are the easiest to make from semi precious stones. Most of them have holes on either side and can be easily strung together. Mixing different colors of coin beads will result in very unique jewelry designs. Coin beads are available in many textures as well like the
Agate Druzy where one side of the bead is smooth and the other side is the natural rough side. There are other coin beads which have two smooth sides and are cut into different shapes.
The Different Stones You Can Choose
A white crystal Quartz is a snow white druzy stone that sparkles brilliantly when light falls on it. The Smoky Quartz focal beads and Lapis Lazuli are other rough cut beads that are available for purchase. The Agate stone is usually smoothed on both sides and are available in vibrant colors with patterns on them making it even more unique because no two beads will be the same. Jasper, Purple Amethyst and Amazonite are other stones that come in different colors and patterns and are usually made into coin beads. Puffed coin beads are another kind to add to your choice and it works well with manmade beads that have intricate patterns.
Buy Coin Beads and Jewelry Online
A number of websites supply beads and jewelry made from stone on the internet. Once you find a reliable supplier, sourcing the beads and stones will not be a problem. Do remember to carefully read and understand their terms and conditions and return policies before you make a purchase though. You should also remember that most stones are naturally occurring and will very rarely to be an exact copy of another.
Bead Suppliers will make an effort to give you similar sized and patterned ones if you make the request in advance.
