What Are Pandora Beads?

The collection of Pandora jewelry would not be complete without Pandora beads which come in a variety of styles, designs and themes. Each bead is handcrafted by skilled artisans and can be arranged on a necklace or bracelet for the purpose of telling a story.

The concept of Pandora beads was inspired by Greek mythology which has functioned as a backdrop for some of the creations. When Zeus gave the box to Pandora, who is regarded as the first woman in Greek mythology, he also told her not to open it. Because she carried a strong sense of curiosity, she opened the box when she arrived on Earth, letting evil enter the world. The only thing that was left in the box was hope and this idea of hope has influenced the jewelry created by Pandora. The beads compose a unique and different story for the individuals who wear them, including the element of hope in some of the designs.

These beads are generally made of either sterling silver or 14K gold and are available as clips, gems, Murano Glass, spacers, and even safety chains. The themes range from letters to animals and flowers to love.

Pandora releases new beads every season, including the “LovePods” that were popular in 2008. Some enthusiasts can even find retired beads for their collections.

Precious stones, colorful enamel, diamonds and pearls are some of the types of ornamentation that can be found on Pandora beads. There are even Pandora Designer beads that are handcrafted by passionate designers housed in Denmark who are truly dedicated to creating unique designs for the avid collector. The wide selection of Pandora beads provides a bead for every taste and interest out there.