GOLDSTONE BEADS

What Is Goldstone / Sandstone?

Goldstone, also commonly called sandstone in the bead industry, is a glittering glass-based material prized for its intense sparkling appearance, luminous metallic shimmer, and luxurious celestial beauty. Goldstone ranges from copper brown and rose gold to midnight blue, emerald green, purple, and black shimmering tones filled with reflective glitter-like particles.

Unlike natural mineral gemstones, goldstone is a man-made glass material traditionally created by suspending metallic copper or mineral particles within molten glass.

The result is a smooth gemstone-like material filled with dramatic sparkling reflections that resemble a night sky full of stars.

Goldstone has been admired for centuries in jewelry, decorative objects, carvings, artisan beadwork, and luxury accessories because of its rich shimmer and elegant polished appearance.

With a Mohs hardness of approximately 5.5–6, goldstone is considered moderately durable for jewelry making and artisan beading projects.

At Tiny Gem Supply, we specialize in carefully curated goldstone and sandstone beads ranging from delicate micro gemstone-style beads to luxurious sparkling collector strands for refined jewelry making and artisan beading designs.

Goldstone / Sandstone Bead Sizes

Explore goldstone and sandstone beads in:

• 2mm Goldstone Beads

• 3mm Goldstone Beads

• 4mm Goldstone Beads

• 5mm Goldstone Beads

• 6mm Goldstone Beads

• 7mm Goldstone Beads

• 8mm Goldstone Beads

• 10mm Goldstone Beads

• 12mm Goldstone Beads

• 15mm Goldstone Beads

Tiny micro goldstone beads are especially popular for celestial jewelry, layering bracelets, artisan necklaces, earrings, and luxury bead embroidery.

Goldstone / Sandstone Bead Shapes & Cuts

Our collection may include:

• 2mm Faceted Goldstone Rondelle Beads

• 3mm Smooth Round Goldstone Beads

• 4mm Faceted Round Goldstone Beads

• Micro Faceted Goldstone Cube Beads

• Smooth Goldstone Heishi Beads

• Goldstone Nugget Beads

• Goldstone Coin Beads

• Goldstone Teardrop Beads

• Goldstone Briolette Beads

• Matte Goldstone Beads

• Frosted Goldstone Beads

• Barrel Goldstone Beads

• Organic Freeform Goldstone Beads

• Fancy Cut Goldstone Beads

• Faceted Goldstone Bicones Beads

• Puffed Oval Goldstone Beads

• Faceted Goldstone Rice Beads

• Goldstone Tube Beads

• Goldstone Disk Beads

• Goldstone Lantern Beads

• Goldstone Diamond Cut Beads

• Blue Sandstone Beads

• Green Goldstone Beads

These shimmering cuts are ideal for bracelets, earrings, necklaces, rosary chains, wire wrapping, celestial jewelry, artisan jewelry, luxury bead embroidery, and one-of-a-kind jewelry designs.

Popular Goldstone & Sandstone Varieties

Popular goldstone gemstone bead varieties may include:

• Classic Copper Goldstone Beads

• Blue Sandstone Beads

• Green Goldstone Beads

• Purple Goldstone Beads

• Midnight Blue Goldstone Beads

• Rose Gold Sandstone Beads

• Black Goldstone Beads

• Copper Sparkle Beads

• Glitter Glass Beads

• Celestial Goldstone Beads

• Faceted Goldstone Beads

• Smooth Goldstone Beads

• Micro Goldstone Beads

• Matte Goldstone Beads

• Frosted Goldstone Beads

• Collector Goldstone Beads

Goldstone is especially admired for its dramatic sparkling appearance, celestial shimmer, luxurious polish, and rich glowing colors that pair beautifully with sterling silver, gold-filled findings, moonstone, hematite, pyrite, sunstone, quartz, and other luminous gemstones.

Blue sandstone is especially popular for its galaxy-like appearance with glittering silver-blue sparkle resembling a star-filled night sky.

Where Goldstone / Sandstone Is Made

Goldstone is a man-made material traditionally associated with Venetian glassmaking techniques developed in Italy centuries ago.

Popular modern varieties may include:

• Venetian Goldstone Beads

• Italian Goldstone Beads

• Blue Sandstone Beads

• Green Sandstone Beads

• Copper Goldstone Beads

Different varieties display different appearances:

• Copper goldstone displays warm metallic copper sparkle

• Blue sandstone features deep midnight-blue celestial shimmer

• Green goldstone shows emerald and teal reflective glitter

• Purple goldstone may display rich plum and cosmic tones

Because goldstone is created with suspended metallic particles inside glass, every bead reflects light differently and produces unique shimmering effects.

Goldstone / Sandstone for Jewelry Making

Goldstone gemstone-style beads are loved by jewelry designers because they combine luxurious sparkle, celestial beauty, rich glowing colors, and elegant polished surfaces. Their dramatic shimmer works beautifully in celestial jewelry, artisan handcrafted creations, luxury layering designs, and statement jewelry palettes.

Goldstone beads are commonly used for:

• Stacking bracelets

• Gemstone layering necklaces

• Artisan earrings

• Celestial jewelry

• Statement jewelry

• Rosaries and malas

• Wire wrapping

• Gemstone charms

• Luxury bead embroidery

• Statement necklaces

• Handcrafted artisan jewelry

• One-of-a-kind jewelry designs

Goldstone pairs beautifully with:

• Sterling silver

• Gold-filled findings

• Moonstone

• Hematite

• Pyrite

• Sunstone

• Quartz

• Celestial gemstone palettes

• Night-sky jewelry designs

Whether you are searching for tiny micro goldstone beads for delicate jewelry or luxurious sparkling strands for one-of-a-kind creations, our curated goldstone and sandstone collection is designed for jewelry makers who appreciate refined detail, celestial shimmer, luxurious sparkle, and elegant artisan beauty.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is goldstone natural?

No. Goldstone is a man-made glass material created with suspended metallic particles that produce its signature sparkle.

Is goldstone durable?

Goldstone has a Mohs hardness of approximately 5.5–6, making it moderately durable for jewelry and artisan beading projects.

Is goldstone waterproof?

Goldstone can generally tolerate occasional contact with water during normal wear. However, prolonged exposure to harsh chemicals, ultrasonic cleaners, steam cleaners, and abrasive cleaners is not recommended to preserve polish and sparkle.

What jewelry is goldstone good for?

Goldstone is excellent for celestial jewelry, artisan necklaces, earrings, layering bracelets, rosaries, malas, bead embroidery, and statement jewelry designs.

Are goldstone beads treated?

Goldstone itself is a man-made material rather than a treated natural gemstone.

What makes goldstone unique?

Goldstone is prized for its dramatic metallic sparkle, luxurious celestial appearance, smooth polished surface, rich glowing colors, and galaxy-like shimmer unlike almost any other jewelry material.