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Top 5 Colorful Beaded Necklaces

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Beads are definitely in style--beads of all kinds, big and bold beads and tiny beads in multiple strands that coat your neck with vibrant colors. Don't worry about trying to make them match, because mixing your beads up makes a great look. You'll love the colorful beaded necklaces in this assortment.

1) Turquoise Beaded Necklaces

Turquoise is one of my favorites. And every turquoise necklace is different because the gemstone is found in so many color variations. You'll find a nice assortment of turquoise pieces in this group, but be sure to read the descriptions carefully to find out if the beads are made from genuine turquoise or something that mimics it.

Turquoise Facts & Care.

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2) Peridot Beaded Necklaces

The ancient Romans called peridot the evening emerald, because it produced a lovely, soft glow in lamplight. This semi-precious gemstone makes stunning necklaces. And the green stones merge nicely with strands of turquoise.

Learn about peridot.

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3) Coral Beaded Necklaces

Some of the necklaces here are made from vibrantly colored coral (which is usually dyed). Others are made from beads of a softer color.
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4) Carnelian Beaded Necklaces

You'll see carnelian beads in warm shades from dark golden yellow, through orange and into a soft orange-red. The colors look fantastic when mixed randomly on strands. Reds and oranges will be big for fall, so take a look.
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5) Jade Beaded Necklaces

While jade occurs in many colors, nothing quite compares to the patina and lovely shades of green we see in jade jewelry. You'll see quite a few jade varieties in this assortment of necklaces.

Before you buy, get thefacts about different types of jade.

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