Type/Color: Natural stone, natural color (black), color enhanced (non-black)
Cut: Matte round, oval, heishi, roundelle, square, cross, diamond, flower, free form, circle, puff coin, teardrop, star, tube, triangle, fish. Available in sizes 4mm to 26mm
depending on cut.
Hardness: 3-3 ½
Composition/Origins: Lava stone is igneous volcanic rock. As the molten (liquid) volcanic rock cools, the tiny bubbles formed gives lava stone its unique textured appearance. Lava stone is found worldwide where volcanos have been active including Asia, Europe, North and South America, Africa, island countries, and New
Zealand
Colors/Pattern: Black, blue, brown, gray, fuchsia, green, purple, rainbow, red, tan,
white, yellow.
The unique porous patterns found in Lava Stone have been use by artists, jewelers
and for aromatherapy to diffuse essential oils and to enhance designs. Explore our
extensive collection of Lava Stone Beads for your designs and artwork!
Stone Symbolism: Lava stone is associated with rebirth, the root chakra, and
considered to have grounding and calming effects due to its link with the earth.