Natural Stone Starfish Bead Set

A curated set of 20 natural turquoise starfish beads, each shaped with intentional marine detailing and finished with real 18K gold plating. The stones exhibit natural colour diversity — from robin’s egg blue to muted teal — with fine calcite or pyrite matrix visible under close inspection, affirming their untreated, non-synthetic origin. Inner diameter measures 2-1/8 inches (5.5 cm), enabling straightforward assembly into stretch bracelets sized for most adults. Gold plating covers all metal-facing areas uniformly, including recessed sections of the starfish arms, preventing premature wear at stress points. Ideal for independent designers and hobbyists alike, these beads offer strong visual cohesion when used in sets, while still retaining individual character. They perform reliably with common elastic cords and crimp-end tools, and their moderate weight (approx. 0.8g per bead) avoids heaviness in multi-bead arrangements. Due to natural formation, slight differences in translucency and surface texture add artisanal authenticity — a selling point increasingly valued in UK markets focused on slow fashion and mindful consumption. Care instructions follow industry-standard guidelines for gemstone jewellery: store in low-humidity environments, clean only with dry or damp soft cloth, and avoid ultrasonic cleaners which may loosen plating adhesion over time.