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Jewelili Heart Pendant with Faceted Heart Created Pink Amethyst and Created White Sapphire and Diamond in Sterling Silver, 18" Sale Price: $17.38  |
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Cushion Heart Created Pink Amethyst and Created White Sapphire with Diamond Heart Pendant |
Faceted Amethyst
 Pearl Faceted Amethyst Gemstone Sterling Pendant New US $22.56 
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 Green Amethyst Faceted Teardrop Briolette Sterling Silver 925 Dangle Earrings US $26.00
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 Genuine Faceted Oval Amethyst 925 Sterling Silver Ring AM940 US $29.95
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 African Amethyst Gemstone Round Faceted Beads Necklace US $76.80
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 NEW ANTIQUE VICTORIAN STYL FACETED AMETHYST 18K GOLD CHAIN NECKLACE $595 10MM US $489.99
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 Solid 14k 18k African Purple Amethyst Faceted Briolette Pointy Drop Earrings US $75.00
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 UNIQUE LARGE AMETHYST DIAMOND RING REVERSE FACETED US $1,319.99
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 STUNNING YELLOW DIAMOND FACETED AMETHYST RING SIZE 9 US $1,641.20
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 234 ct AAA Georgous Pear Faceted Purple Amethyst 14kt yellow gold Necklace NIB US $1,500.00
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 Large 925 Silver AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone RING Sz975 US $34.95
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 Large 925 Silver AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone RING Sz 95 US $34.95
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 Large 925 Silver AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone RING Sz925 US $34.95
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 Large 925 Silver AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone RING Sz875 US $34.95
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 Large 925 Silver AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone RING Sz 85 US $34.95
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 Large 925 Silver AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone RING Sz775 US $34.95
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 Large 925 Silver AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone RING Sz 75 US $34.95
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 Vintage Silver Earrings Faceted Amethyst Gemstone Dangle Pierced Stylized Cross US $46.00
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 10k yellow gold round faceted amethyst ring US $97.75
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 CLEARLY FABULOUS FACETED GREEN AMETHYST BROWN TOPAZ 24 CHAIN NEW NECKLACE US $1,750.00
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 NEW 18K Yellow Gold Pendant 53ct oval faceted Amethyst with Diamond US $1,925.00
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 Peridot Amethyst Faceted Beads Chain US $25.95
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 Amethyst Faceted Beads Necklace US $38.95
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 Sterling Silver Faceted Purple Violet Amethyst Gemstone Toe Ring Size 45 Adj US $18.40
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 NEW 18K Yellow Gold Rectangular Pendant 40ct faceted Deep Purple Amethyst US $1,819.00
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 Stainless steel round faceted amethyst ring size 7 US $70.00
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 Amethyst CLIP Sterling Silver Faceted Round Bezel Earrings Wow cute US $30.99
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 14k yellow gold oval faceted amethyst and diamond bracelet 6 3 4 US $747.00
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 925 Sterling Silver Faceted AMETHYST Gemstone RING Size 9 Up to 7050 carats US $49.95
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 227ct Genuine Natural AAA Oval Faceted Purple Amethyst 14kt yellow gold Necklace US $1,500.00
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 10k yellow gold oval faceted amethyst bracelet US $380.00
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 925 Silver RING Faceted Purple AMETHYST Gemstone size 8 Up to 9650 carats US $61.95
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 BOLD Faceted Amethyst Sterling Silver Pendant Choker Princess Link Necklace Adj US $89.99
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 Sterling silver round faceted amethyst ring US $30.00
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 10k gold oval shape faceted amethyst and diamond ring US $216.75
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 10k yellow gold oval faceted amethyst diamond bracelet US $261.00
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 Amethyst Rose Quartz Natural Gemstone Faceted Beads US $118.40
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 Genuine Faceted Amethyst Bead 925 Sterling Silver 24 Inch Necklace 4585 cts US $59.99
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 Artisan Crafted Sterling Silver 230ct Faceted Round Amethyst Ring 6 w Box QVC US $127.00
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 925 Silver RING Purple AMETHYST Faceted Gemstone 925 US $45.95
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 10k yellow gold 3 oval shape faceted amethyst ring US $141.95
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 14k pink gold oval faceted amethyst ring US $283.05
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 African Mines Natural Amethyst Gemstone Faceted Beads US $51.20
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 Sterling Pearl Faceted Amethyst Gemstone Pendant New US $16.59
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 EXCLUSIVE ROW OF AMETHYST BLUE TOPAZ 925 SILVER FACETED ROUND BRACELET 9 US $109.99
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 S S BLUE ZIRCONSPESSARTITE AMETHYST LEVER BACK FANCY FACETED CUTS US $99.00
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 Amethyst Faceted Round Bezel Set Sterling Silver Necklace 18 US $16.99
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 RARE GENUINE GEM GRADE FACETED LAVENDER PINK AMETHYST 14K GOLD NECKLACE US $279.99
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 NEW FACETED AMETHYST BEAD NECKLACE 18 1 4 INCHES LONG US $85.00
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What is the cut called for a dome shaped stone with only 1 facet (bottom)?
I don't know what this cut is called. I just saw an amethyst ring that was just a smooth dome. It looked like a perfectly smooth sphere but cut in half with the flat part down and the smooth dome facing up. I looked up "dome cut" but that's a faceted dome, not a smooth one. I remember hearing it called a "cabochet" or something like that once, but I can't remember.
It's called a cabochon (also spelled cabachon). See source.
Semi-precious Beads for Jewellery Making
Making jewellery with beads is a rewarding and enjoyable hobby. Semi-precious beads are an ideal medium to work with in order to produce a special, meaningful and long lasting jewellery design. There are many different types of gemstone bead but those most popular for jewellery making are listed below. Read on for details of the properties, appearance and how best to use these special beads when making a necklace, earrings or bracelet.
Agate Beads
Agate beads tend to be available in red and black, and often display stunning banded markings in white. Yellow and green agate are found less frequently but are hugely popular due to their vibrant colouring. Agate is ideal for making striking pieces and is often available in larger bead sizes which make fabulous feature beads for necklaces. Try using black and red agate together for a stunning contrast. Make sure banded beads stand out by stringing them with plain beads.
Amethyst Beads
Amethyst makes beautiful beads which vary in shades of purple. A-grade amethyst beads are top quality, displaying a beautiful clarity and an even colouring. Lower grade amethyst beads may display some cloudiness and natural inclusions.
A great stone for jewellery making, amethyst is often available in various sizes of round beads, gem chips, tumbled nuggets and faceted beads. These beads look fabulous simply spaced with small silver spacer beads. Swarovski crystal beads are available in an amethyst shade which adds real glamour to your amethyst jewellery designs. Contrast these purple beads with greens to make more vibrant jewellery.
Fluorite Beads
Fluorite is a popular gemstone that is usually green and purple in colour. Colouring can be dark or pale, and each bead can vary individually.
Fluorite pendants are such a popular item for jewellery making. These can be matched with fluorite beads, hung on a simple chain for an effective yet simple design or matched with a stone that brings out the purple or green colouring in the pendant. It is best to try not to overpower the natural beauty of fluorite as it can be subtle.
Jasper Beads
Jasper beads and pendants vary widely in colour and appearance. However, in general jasper is recognised by its beautiful and intricate patterning. Types of jasper such as picasso jasper have such unusual markings they look as though they have been painted.
When making jewellery with jasper beads or pendants it is best to match with a plain coloured stone, silver or gold bead as anything too busy will fight with the gorgeous patterns in the jasper.
Quartz Beads
Quartz is also known as crystal as it is clear in appearance. Clear quartz beads are useful to space between brighter or more patterned beads as they won't fight against them in a jewellery design. Faceted quartz beads catch the light beautifully.
Another popular type of quartz is rose quartz. Soft, pale pink in colour, rose quartz is a very romantic stone. Using rose quartz with silver beads creates jewellery that is beautifully simple and sophisticated.
Using semi-precious beads to make jewellery is a fantastic way to make a personal gift for a loved one. They can even be used to make keyrings, handbag charms, mobile pohone charms and more. If you haven't already started making jewellery and accessories with semi-precious beads then I recommend you have a go!
About the Author
Claire Humpherson is a beads enthusiast and jewellery maker. She loves all types of beads and is especially interested in semi-precious gem beads. She is associated with the UKs leading bead supplier www.beadsdirect.co.uk