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  The
name chrysoprase (rhymes with bliss and craze) is from a Greek
word meaning Golden Leek. It is the rarest of the chalcedony
group of gem quartzes and its bright even colour and texture is
ideal for beads.
Chrysoprase was popular in the time of the Greeks and Romans
when it was cut into cameos - the Egyptians used it with lapis
jewellery and even to decorate beads. In Europe until the middle
of the last century it was used lavishly, when deposits mined in
Silesia exhausted and it became expensive. The Book of
Revelations (21:20) describes the holy city of Jerusalem with
its 12 walls decorated with precious gemstones, the tenth being
chrysoprase.
    According
to an 11th Century Byzantine manuscript, chrysoprase strengthens
vision and relieves internal pain. Metaphysically, it brings a
sense of grace, helping meditative, calmness and acceptance of
oneself and others. It is believed to encourage positive
outcome, helping to heal a broken heart, the heart itself, the
reproductive organs, and fertility. And in the East, Chrysoprase
is said to balance yin-yang and encourage the heart chakra
bringing energy to the physical body. Astrologically,
chrysoprase is associated with the zodiac signs of Gemini and
Cancer.
    Chrysocolla
is very similar to chrysoprase, but usually has more blue
colouring. Both stones look great beside turquoise in a necklace
or bracelet - giving a bright natural appearance.
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Ruby
– July’s
Birthstone
   
 Like
a perfect red rose, the Ruby's rich colour speaks of love and
passion. July's birthstone is among the most highly prized
of gems throughout history. The Ruby was considered to have
magical powers, and was worn by royalty as a talisman against
evil. It was thought to grow darker when danger was
imminent, and to return to its original colour once safe.
 The
word Ruby comes from the Latin "ruber," meaning red. Ruby
is the hardest mineral after diamond, a variety of the mineral
Corundum, and is found as crystals within metamorphic rock.
It comes in a variety of colours, and is called a sapphire in
any colour except red. Rubies range in hue from an orangey
red to a purplish red, but the most prized gems are a true red.
Large rubies are very rare and valuable. The most
beautiful crystals are thought to be from Burma, but they are
also found in many other countries.
 Rubies
were thought to represent heat and power. Ancient tribes
used the gem as bullets for blowguns, and it was said that a
ruby would boil water instantly. Ground to powder, this
crystal was used as a cure for indigestion - and it has been
said that the ruby's red glow comes from an internal flame that
cannot be extinguished, making a gift of this stone symbolic of
everlasting love. And if worn on the left hand, ancient
lore has it that the ruby will bring good fortune to its
wearer.
July's Alternate
Gemstone - Onyx
  The
Romans, Italians and Hebrew all have a different gemstone for
July - Onyx.
Onyx is a term used for several stones. It
has been dyed since ancient time, with the popular pure black
variety, being dyed microcrystalline quartz. Its natural colour
is usually brown, white or grey. And onyx used in architecture
isn't a form of quartz at all, but a type of limestone marble.
Onyx is very similar to agate. With straight bands of brown,
white or black, where agate has curved bands of many colours.
  Although
regarded as protective, onyx has a reputation as a stone of
discord. Onyx was worn to cool the ardors of love, probably
because it helps to balance the mind and emotions. Not only
avoided by lovers, but also at night, as it provoked nightmares.
 However, it does improve concentration and devotion, hence many
onyx rosaries. Onyx is a strength-giving stone, aiding
confidence and useful for athletes or people under stress. Its
energy is a mental tonic and can help you cope with fears and
worries, making you feel in harmony with your surroundings.
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Bead Fairs Attended By MrBead in 2016
- Scroll down for latest:
| Date |
Name |
Venue |
Address |
Time |
Details |
| Sunday 31st July |
Beads Up North! |
Haydock Race Course |
Newton-le-Willows WA12 0HQ |
10am to 4.30pm |
Click |
| Sat & Sun 6th & 7th August |
Kempton Park Gem 'n' Bead Fair |
Kempton Park Racecourse |
Staines Road East, London TW16 5AQ |
10am to 5pm Sat 10am to 4pm Sun |
Click |
| Sat & Sun 13th & 14th August |
Harrogate Gem 'n' Bead Fair |
Pavillions of Harrogate |
Great Yorkshire Showground, HG2 8NZ |
10am to 5pm Sat 10am to 4pm Sun |
Click |
| Sunday 21st August |
Scottish Bead Fair |
Perth Concert Hall |
Mill Street, Perth PH1 5HZ |
10.30am to 4.30pm |
Click |
| Sunday 11th Sept |
Norwich MrBead Bead Show |
The George Hotel |
Arlington Lane, Newmarket Road, Norwich, Norfolk NR2 2DA |
11am to 4pm |
Click |
| Sat & Sun 17th & 18th Sept |
Newark Gem 'n' Bead Fair |
Newark Showground |
Winthorpe, Notts NG24 2NY
|
10am to 5pm Sat 10am to 4pm Sun |
Click |
| Saturday 24th Sept |
Kentish Town MrBead Bead Show |
Kentish Town Community Centre Main Hall |
17 Busby Place, London NW5 2SP |
10am to 4pm |
Click |
| Saturday 1st October |
Luton MrBead Bead Show |
Stockwood Hotel |
41-43 Stockwood Crescent, Luton LU1 3SS |
11am to 4pm |
Click |
| Wednesday 5th to Sunday 9th October |
Knitting & Stitching Show |
Alexandra Palace |
London N22 7AY
|
10.00am to 5.30pm
Except 7pm Thursday |
Click |
| Saturday 15th October |
The Big Bead Show |
Sandown Park Racecourse |
High Street, Esher, London KT10 9AJ |
10am to 5pm |
Click |
| Sat & Sun 22nd & 23rd October |
Newton Abbot Gem 'n' Bead Fair |
Newton Abbot Racecourse |
Kingsteignton, Newton Abbot, Devon TQ12 3AF |
10am to 5pm Sat 10am to 4pm Sun |
Click |
| Sat & Sun 29th &
30th October |
Cheltenham
Gem 'n' Bead Fair |
Pittville Pump Rooms,
Pittville Park |
Cheltenham, Gloucestershire GL52 3JE |
10am to 5pm Sat 10am to 4pm Sun |
Click |
| Sat & Sun 12th & 13th November |
Kempton Park Gem 'n' Bead Fair |
Kempton Park Racecourse |
Staines Road East, London TW16 5AQ |
10am to 5pm Sat 10am to 4pm Sun |
Click |
Pictures Haydock &
Cheshire Bead fairs, 2016
We nip back to HongKong the end of June for new beads - but
will return to the UK the end of July for 13 more shows.
Full list of:
our 2016 UK Bead Fairs
See a video of some of our past bead fairs
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