Black stone is actually a generic term for any one of a number of semi-precious gemstones, such as jasper, which are dyed and polished to a shiny black color.

Because discount black stone is a dyed gemstone, the spiritual benefits and healing properties will be based on the underlying dyed stone. Some believe the black coloring actually intensifies the effects of the base gemstone.

Cheap black stone is most often created from dyed jasper, but can be created from any stone that takes on a nice polish. Spiritual and physical properties depend on the type of stone used.

Handmade black stone is made from one of a variety of abundant stones that take a nice polish and can be dyed permanently black. They are striking used in southwestern and modern designs. China black stone can also be carved into beads as a centerpiece with various sized black cinnabar, crystal and black onyx beads and pewter squares as spacers for a beaded necklace that looks both classy and classical.

The spiritual value of these stones will vary depending on the dyed stones they come from. Some people believe any fashion black stone has a power associated with its blackness that intensifies the spiritual values of the gemstones around them.

Jewelry that includes black stone beads symbolizes and reminds of a personal belief, wish or value at the same time these shinning black stone beads add to the jewelry's beauty.