Hi, I'm looking to buy jade and other stone beads to send back to someone in the states who likes to make jewelery. Quantity is far more important than quality -- I'd just like some pretty looking stone beads and maybe one or two more nice pieces.
Where would be best to look? The jade market?
I've checked a few little jewelery shops around where I live and they generally give me prices of $600+ for a regular sized strand of beads. I'm looking for something a bit cheaper.
Any advice would be much appreciated!