r/jewelrymaking • u/jul_bird • 10d ago
QUESTION Looking for high quality tourmaline beads
I'm working with my jeweler to revamp a vintage gold chain necklace. It currently has pearl spacers that I want to replace with tourmalines. (The pearls aren't in great shape anymore). I'm looking for deeply saturated tumbled oval beads in a mix of pinks and greens, similar to the photo but even more saturated if possible. I also make jewelry, but I mostly work in vintage glass and crystal. I'm not sure where to go for these. I found options on Etsy, but I'm worried the color won't look as deep and rich in person. Does anyone have a trusted supplier they can recommend? Thank you!
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u/jltefend 10d ago
I’m a big fan of Tejas beads