Wampum Shell 12mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch African Petrified Wood Agate Use the Nylon Jaw Pliers

Use the Nylon Jaw Pliers for flattening and hardening designs after shaping

The Ruby inclusions in this stone are pink to reddish purple to dark purple

Oranges and browns are attributed to hematite or goethite

Stone Type: Petrified Wood Agate

Afghanite is said to enhance spiritual clarity and insight

Wampum Shell 12mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch African Petrified Wood Agate Use the Nylon Jaw PliersWampum is made from one of the hardest and most beautiful shells in the world: the Northern Quahog, a clam found along the New England coast. The white and purple layers of the shell create beautiful patterns. Only a small percentage of Wampum shells have deep layers of purple and are thick enough to make beads.