Lost Cities

Lost Cities Serving San Diego’s bead and jewelry supply needs since 1999! We're open 363 days a year so if you find yourself in San Diego come by and say hi!

We've been in the business of supplying local and visiting bead addicts with unique and unusual beads and findings for over 20 years. Specializing in gemstone beads, ancient beads and unique findings there's bound to be something for everyone!

04/11/2026

Some more new tiny freshwater pearls to share with you…this time in peacock, silver and blush! Super cute and super vibrant ✨.

We’re open 11-6 today, so come on by 👋🏻

04/10/2026

If you caught our stories yesterday, then you already know about these awesome new freshwater pearls. If you didn’t, then check these out!

These pearls have really made my week. The quality is fantastic, the pricing is better than what I’ve been able to offer in a long time….it doesn’t take much to make me happy 😊.

We also received a group of tiny pink, grey, and small peacock colors that I’ll share with you tomorrow. If you can’t wait, then check out our stories for a peek.

04/05/2026

Wishing you are yours a restful and fun holiday!

Just a heads up! We’re open normal hours today, but will be closed tomorrow for Easter so our staff can enjoy the day wi...
04/04/2026

Just a heads up! We’re open normal hours today, but will be closed tomorrow for Easter so our staff can enjoy the day with their families 🐣. So, if you need some supplies for your Easter Day projects, come on in and stock up!

I posted this recent custom piece on our stories, but it got so much attention that I decided to share it here too. This is a beautiful statement necklace made of antique bi-colored Uranium glass (some of my favorite beads of all time) and a show stopping antique Ethiopian Coptic cross. Hundreds of years of expert craftsmanship still being reborn into “new” pieces today. Such an honor to be able to create with them.

03/25/2026

New gemstone tubes in a springtime collection of colors! We’ve now have serpentine, rose quartz, lavender lepidolite, tiger eye, aventurine, unakite, and peach aventurine. I just love this shape and all the design possibilities that come with it.

We’re open 11-5 today, come on by!

03/22/2026

If you know me, you know I LEAP at a chance to get these rare beads for the store. I haven’t seen this color combo available in years, so I’m truly thrilled to have them back in stock!

These are antique Bohemian Uranium glass beads! Which means they glow super bright under UV light. The uranium salts that were added to the glass was done so to create that beautiful color, and although it sounds scary to some, it is completely harmless. In fact, you get more radiation from a banana than you would with these.

If you need to know more, feel free to come by because I love talking about them 😂.

We’re open 11-6 today, so come say hi!

03/21/2026

New recycled glass beads from Ghana just arrived in a rainbow of colors. These beads are made using a generations old technique of powdering recycled glass bottles and mixing with dyes to create the ultimate eco friendly bead. Also known as Krobo beads (named for the indigenous African peoples who produce them), these beads are essential for the coming of age ceremonies for girls that celebrate the transition to womanhood.

We’re open 11-6 today, so come on by! 👋🏻

03/20/2026

New old stock Campitos turquoise! You might remember that amazing private collection we obtained a while ago. These have been hiding at the bottom, just waiting to be rediscovered!
Campitos turquoise is a natural turquoise from the Pino Chueco and Cananea mines in Sonora, Mexico. It’s has been long celebrated by artisans for its close appearance to the highly sought after Sleeping Beauty turquoise. Some even have speckles of pyrite (which is my personal favorite). The mines only produce a limited amount of material every year, making it a valuable favorite for collectors.

If you need one act quickly, these won’t be around for long. See you soon!

Happy International Women's Day! We have a wonderful bead store staff of strong, smart, entrepreneurial women that we w...
03/09/2026

Happy International Women's Day! We have a wonderful bead store staff of strong, smart, entrepreneurial women that we want to celebrate today!

🩷Alex inspires us with her positive attitude and strong work ethic.
🧡 Mary Ann's colorful personality shines brightly whenever she comes in!
💙 Bertha is a wealth of wisdom and the dark humor we all need when working retail.
💚 Our newest staff, Kisi is enthusiastic and fun. She goes above and beyond to support customers and staff.
❤️ Jasi, the queen of rings, surprises us all with her wit and storytelling. She has stepped up tremendously in her role at the store and we are deeply appreciative!
💜 Leading us, is our fearless owner Jenny who keeps us up to date on fabulous jewelry trends and whose positive vibes continue to make Lost Cities Beads a place of creatively, learning and laughter for staff and customers!

💛 Additionally, none of us would be here without the enduring entrepreneurial groundwork of Christina Blessing, founder of Lost Cities.

Thank you all!
❤️

03/06/2026

New sparklies! Starting from the left and moving right, we have Spinel (a store favorite), Ruby, multicolored Sapphires, golden Tourmaline, Citrine, green Sapphires (almost sold out!), and Apatite. I’m just obsessed with this jewel toned color palette and can’t wait to see what everyone makes 🤩.

We’re open 11-6 today, so come on in!

03/05/2026

New natural gemstone rondelles have arrived! This hard to find shape has been absolutely flying out of the store, so I’m always excited when we find more (and at great prices!). The stones featured in the picture are Peach Aventurine, Calcite, Yellow Aventurine, Amazonite, Tree Agate, Dalmatian Jasper, Fluorite, and Rose Quartz.

Come on in and check them out!

Address

2802 Juan Street, Ste 14
San Diego, CA
92110

Opening Hours

Monday 11am - 5pm
Tuesday 11am - 5pm
Wednesday 11am - 5pm
Thursday 11am - 5pm
Friday 11am - 6pm
Saturday 11am - 6pm
Sunday 11am - 6pm

Telephone

+16196921114

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