The Silver Mesa's stone bead necklaces are hand strung by Gwynna Liles, Apache.  Using quality beads from around the world, Gwyn selects the perfect color and shape combinations for each piece.  All necklaces are finished with 100% sterling silver findings.

Denim Blue Dumortierite
Shades of denim, from stone-washed to deep indigo, make this variety of quartz a natural for the casual look.

Jasper
Jasper is a type of quartz (chalcedony), hard and durable, and richly colored by minerals, such as iron oxide.  There are many varieties of jasper, and each has a unique look.  Red jasper is a deep rich clay red color.  Picture jasper offers beads in earthy shades of cream, rust, chocolate brown, black and gray, and some with the characteristic "scenic landscape" patterns that gave this jasper its name.