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PD01
Peridot Faceted Tear drop, Green, 3x5 mm
3x5 mm · Tear drop
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Tear drops
A drop that tapers to a point, drilled across the narrow top so it hangs point-down.
- Measured as
- Width by length, e.g. 4x6mm
- Usually drilled
- Top-drilled, side to side
- Used for
- Earrings, pendant clusters, the front of a necklace
Stones we cut this way
Tear drops in the collection
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TPD01
Swiss Blue Topaz Faceted Tear drop, Swiss Blue, 6x10 mm, AAA grade
6x10 mm · Tear drop
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TPD02
Imperial Topaz Faceted Tear drop, Pink Orange, 4x6-6x9 mm
4x6-6x9 mm · Tear drop
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ZD01
Zircon Faceted Tear drop, Blue, 2 mm
2 mm · Tear drop
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ZD02
Zircon Faceted Tear drop, Blue, 33 mm
33 mm · Tear drop
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ZD03
Zircon Faceted Tear drop, Blue, 3.5 mm
3.5 mm · Tear drop
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ZD04
Zircon Faceted Tear drop, Blue, 4 mm
4 mm · Tear drop
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Other shapes
From the blog
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How to choose iolite bead shapes for the deepest blue violet
Test strands under neutral daylight and a white card. Rotate each drilled bead around its hole and face to find the view that reads richest blue violet, then string so that face points outward. For rondelles, align the same face on every bead. For pears and marquise, prefer top-drilled styles and set the broad face forward before you crimp or knot.
May 25, 2026 · Anish Tandon
For designers and shops
How to label bead baggies so stone, size, hole and counts are clear
Use STONE-SHAPE-SIZE-HOLE-LENGTH/COUNT-LOT-SKU in that order, all caps with hyphens. Print on standard address or larger shipping labels in a readable font. Place the barcode at the right edge or bottom. We include examples for strands and loose pairs, plus a checklist and a size-range conversion.
March 21, 2026 · Anish Tandon
Stone guides
What to check on emerald bead strands for color and durability
Judge color in daylight first, aiming for an even medium green across the strand. Then scan for surface-reaching lines at the holes and along edges, and feel for snags. Favor thicker, smooth shapes to resist damage. Smooth hearts or pears work well, and fuller ovals do too. Pick substantial rondelles over thin, sharp-edged micro-faceted cuts.
January 12, 2026 · Anish Tandon