Nephrite Jade 3mm Irregular Saucer Bead - 13-14 Inch Egg Because the mine is closed

Because the mine is closed

Common Opals such as White African Opal are believed to provide gentle

grip and straighten bent wire

These strands were cut into beads with some of the material the Chalcedony was mined out of remaining

second only to diamond

Nephrite Jade 3mm Irregular Saucer Bead - 13-14 Inch Egg Because the mine is closedNephrite is a dense, incredibly tough mineral aggregate belonging to the tremolite actinolite series. It is one of the two distinct minerals legally classified as "jade" (along with jadeite). Renowned for its historical significance and durability, it remains a highly prized material in fine jewelry, sculpture, and lapidary art worldwide.