Abalone Shell 3x5mm Rondelle Bead - 15-16 Inch Fire All species of garnets possess

All species of garnets possess similar physical properties and crystal forms

mustard yellow and cream tones and can be confused for Mookaite

Queen Victoria’s granddaughter

Discovered in 1910 on the west coast of Tasmania

Mica is heat-resistant and does not conduct electricity

Abalone Shell 3x5mm Rondelle Bead - 15-16 Inch Fire All species of garnets possessAbalone 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.