{"product_id":"2764319","title":"Blue Dragon's Vein Agate \/ 15\" Strands \/ natural dyed \/ smooth round stone beads","description":"\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDragon's Vein Agate\u003c\/strong\u003e is prized for its eye-catching patterns and rich color, making it an excellent choice for bracelets, necklaces, earrings, and custom beaded creations. The vibrant blue tones pair beautifully with sterling silver, pewter, stainless steel, and antique-finished findings, adding depth and character to both contemporary and traditional designs. These beads are smooth round beads with a high gloss polished luster.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003eThese beads may not be perfectly round and can range in diameter +\/-0.5mm. Strands are sold as temporarily strung and can vary in length +\/- 0.5\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp align=\"left\"\u003e💎 \u003cstrong\u003eGeological Origins\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul align=\"left\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Base Stone:\u003c\/strong\u003e It begins as natural, pale, microcrystalline chalcedony quartz (agate).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crackle Effect:\u003c\/strong\u003e To create the signature veins, the stone is heated to 600–700°C and then rapidly cooled. This deliberate thermal shock creates controlled surface fractures.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe Saturated Color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Because natural agate rarely occurs in vibrant electric or cobalt blues, the stone is immersed in a dye solution. The deep blue pigments pool heavily inside the new fractures, accentuating the \"veins\".\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhysical Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e It retains natural agate characteristics, including a Mohs hardness of 6.5 to 7, making it durable for everyday wear.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"StravaMax Jewelry Etc","offers":[{"title":"6mm","offer_id":48547219538174,"sku":"276431906","price":12.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"8mm","offer_id":48547219570942,"sku":"276431908","price":15.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"10mm","offer_id":48547219603710,"sku":"276431910","price":20.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0079\/7471\/5459\/files\/276431910.jpg?v=1783461183","url":"https:\/\/stravamax.com\/products\/2764319","provider":"StravaMax Jewelry Etc","version":"1.0","type":"link"}