Red Diamond Nugget 12mm - 22mm Mother of Pearl Gemstone Shell Beads 15" MP1122

Mother of Pearl Shell Beads  Chief sources of mother of pearl are the pearl oyster, freshwater pearl mussels, and abalone. Nacre, also known as mother of pearl, is an iridescent organic-inorganic composite material produced by some mollusks as an inner shell layer and also is what makes up pearls. It is very strong, resilient, and iridescent. Nacre appears iridescent with different colors of light being reflected at different viewing angles.  Uses: Lustrous and colorful, mother-of-pearl shell beads are commonly used in jewelry making and are a beautiful addition to most any craft creation.  Shape: Rough Diamond Nugget Mixed Shape Assortment  Color: Bright Red Light to Dark Shades of Bright Red in a variety of hues  Appearance: Some beads exhibit natural dark markings  Enhancements: Dyed  Approximate Nugget Size: Large Approximate Size Range: 12x13mm - 22x26mm Estimated size varies and some shells fall outside range  Approximate Hole Size: 1mm  Hole Orientation: Center-Drilled, Corner-to-Corner  Quantity:  Sold Per 15-Inch Strand Beads may be on temporary strand or equal in loose beads  (Approximately 18 beads)  An enhanced natural item, size, shape & color will vary  Picture represents entire fabulous lot - Beads shipped selected at random  Imported from China