RUBYCA Watermelon Red Cherry Quartz Man-Made Glass Gemstone Round Loose Beads Jewelry Making 1 Strand 4mm
Watermelon Red Cherry Quartz
For years, jewelry makers were led to believe that cherry quartz was a naturally occurring gemstone.
It turns out that this pretty pink “gemstone” is in fact not naturally occurring at all. It is simply glass that was made to look like a gemstone.
Although the terms cherry quartz and strawberry quartz are often used interchangeable in the jewelry trade, there is a natural gemstone called strawberry quartz, but it is very rare. ,
The vast majority of items sold as strawberry quartz, are in fact the man-made glass “gemstoneâ?
Fruit quartz
Some material sold as strawberry quartz is synthetic rather than natural; most of it is simply glass.
Fruit quartz is the general trade term for a group of colorful, translucent materials that are individually known by names such as
“cherry quartz,” “blueberry quartz,” “strawberry quartz, “kiwi quartz,” “pineapple quartz,” and so on.
They are commonly fashioned into jewelry components such as beads or pendants.
They are also carved into decorative objects. But don’t confuse these synthetic products for genuine quartz with natural iron oxide inclusions.
Cherry Quartz Gemstone Jewelry Care and Cleaning
Dip a soft cloth into the soapy water and gently wipe your Stone until it is clean. Do not scrub at it, as scrubbing can scratch the surface.
Also, take care to avoid immersing it in the soapy water.
As with most gemstones, ultrasonic cleaners and steamers are not recommended.
Always remove any jewelry or gemstones before exercising, cleaning or engaging in harsh physical activities such as sports.
cherry quartz can be easily scratched by harder substances, so it should be stored away from other gemstones.
It is best to wrap gemstones in soft cloth or place them inside a fabric-lined jewelry box.
- Package Includes: 1 Strand of Cherry Quartz Loose Beads (Approx. 15.5 inches / 95~100 pcs).
- Material: AAA Top Quality Cherry Quartz Man-made Glass Stone ? Comes with RUBYCA easy zip Bag
- Size: 4mm ? Color: Cherry ? Stones are unique and may vary from the one shown in the picture
- AAA Grade Beads, Smooth, Nice Polished, and perfectly cut, great supplies for your DIY beaded jewelry
- Fully Drilled Semi-Precious Beads are Perfect for Necklace, Pendant, Bracelet and Earrings