Abalone Shell 4mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch Dendritic Agate that were deposited in shallow

that were deposited in shallow sea beds

And unlike precious opals

the same gemologist that discovered Kunzite

Their flat profile makes them ideal for earrings

Peruvian Turquoise is also known as Turquoise Chrysocolla

Abalone Shell 4mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch Dendritic Agate that were deposited in shallowAbalone Shell is strong and is made of stacked calcium carbonate tiles. When the abalone shell is struck, the tiles slide instead of shattering absorbing the energy of the blow. The inner layer of the shell is composed of nacre (mother of pearl), which in many species is highly iridescent, which make the shells attractive as decorative objects, jewelry, and as a source of colorful mother of pearl.