Yellow Gold AB 7mm - 9mm Tri-Tip Nugget Mother of Pearl Shell Beads 16" MP1772

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.  Use: 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: Tri-Tip Nugget  Color: Golden Yellow AB Gorgeous Gold Beads Radiate Warmth  & Beauty  Special Finish: Aurora Borealis (AB) Named for the northern lights, the glorious iridescent AB Aurora Borealis, or AB finish, is a term for beads with a highly iridescent surface. The effect is achieved by vapor blasting the bead with an invisible, micro thin metal sheet.  Appearance: Some beads exhibit natural surface imperfections and occasional natural dark markings  Enhancements: Dyed & Coated  Approximate Size: Small to Medium  Approximate Size Range: 7mm - 9mm Approximate size varies between beads  Approximate Hole Size: 1mm  Hole Orientation: Center-Drilled, Lengthwise  Quantity: Sold Per 16-inch Strand May be loose or on temporary strand  Being an item of nature, size, shape & color will vary  Picture represents entire beautiful Lot  Imported from China