Freshwater Pearl 12x16-18mm Multi Pastel Flat Rectangle Beads - 15-16 InchUnlike most gemstones found within the Earth, pearls are organic. Simply, they grow inside the shells of certain species of oysters and clams. Some pearls form naturally in mollusks either in the sea or freshwater such as rivers. Pearls are known for their natural beauty and timeless charm, often symbolizing purity, wisdom, and integrity. These pearl strands can vary slightly in length and the pearl beads can vary in shape, size, and color. The

It is also referred to as the Bailer Shell because fishermen have been known to use the shell to bail water out of leaking boats

3-4 small ranging 15-20mm

but metals like chromium and vanadium give it its green color

variety of chalcedony quartz that forms within volcanic rock cavities

which provides sufficient hardness for the stone to be cut

Mined in: Sri Lanka

” the Latin word for copper

and it’s name is derived from the Greek “apate

durable jewelry designs

Mohs hardness 7

Just like its sunset orange colors

black biotite