Skip to content
LOGIN  TO  VIEW  WHOLESALE  PRICES
LOGIN  TO  VIEW  WHOLESALE  PRICES

STONE TERMS

MATTE stones undergo additional tumbling that require the same skill and craftsmanship as polishing, with the artisans understanding the requirements for each stone type. The matte finish also creates a a variation in color from the traditional finish.

DIAMOND CUT stones are faceted with diamond drill bits for sharper and more precise facets that produce more sparkle than a conventionally faceted stone.

DS Premier collection stones are exclusively designed, cut and produced by Dakota Stones. They are cut from unique and premium rough materials to exacting specifications to create one of a kind beads. Please note that many strands in the DS Premiere collection are unique and may only be available in limited quantities.

8-inch continuity line is composed entirely of stone types and cuts that we can continue to source. This line is perfect for designers to replicate designs in quantity. We also specialize in unique shapes cut for consistency. All holes are laser-drilled for smooth edges.

STAR CUT stones combine the traditional round and faceted round with fewer facets to create a more modern cut. The 24-Facet Cut (also known as "Rose Cut") eliminates excess weight without sacrificing visual impact.

CABOCHONS are cut and shaped by hand to precise dimensions that coincide with commercially available pre-fabricated bezels and settings. The consistency is also meant to help designers create continuity within pieces that need to be sold at a large volume.

ROUGH CUT, HAND FACETED and SIMPLE CUT stones are individually shaped and cut by skilled artisans. Each stone type needs to be treated differently in the cutting process, as the hardness of the stone and its formation dictate the way the stone is handled and its suitability for different cuts.

Our more advanced drilling technique also results in smoother edges and less potential abrasion to stringing materials.

DAY 1

DAY 1

A gemstone in a pear shape is so much more exciting than a Partridge in a pear tree, don't you think?

DAY 2

DAY 2

Two turtle doves? How about two turtle agates instead? We think that is a little more fun.

DAY 3

DAY 3

Three Fre(nch)shwater pearls are here to shine. Was that too far of a reach? Who cares, these pearls are worth it.

DAY 4

DAY 4

Four calling Birds...eye Rhyolite. Yeah, that sounds right. This stone needs some more love, so we're doing just that!

DAY 5

DAY 5

Five golden rings... I mean chains! Both are shiny, but our chains might be better.

DAY 6

DAY 6

Gemstones don't lay eggs. Geese do. But these beads are cooler than geese AND they won't bite your fingers off if you get too close.

DAY 7

DAY 7

Seven swans a swimming? Pretty sure if you threw this tool set in the water, it would sink. But who could know for sure?

DAY 8

DAY 8

Eight (inch) maids (AKA high end gems) a-milking (AKA a-gemming). Got it?

DAY 9

DAY 9

Watching nine agates dancing would be very entertaining. Too bad these strands don't actually dance.

DAY 10

DAY 10

Ten lords-a-leaping... We think kings are better (shhhh, don't tell the lords.)

DAY 11

DAY 11

I'd rather have eleven Pyrites piping... and these gems are piping HOT. Was that too corny?

DAY 12

DAY 12

Diamonds don't drum, but these deals will have you rockin' and rollin'! We saved the best savings for last.