Mother of Pearl 4mm White Heishi Bead - 15-16 InchMother of Pearl, also known as Nacre, is an iridescent composite of organic and inorganic material most known for being the coating of pearls. It is produced by certain molluscs as an inner shell layer, and forms around pieces of sand or other irritations within such a molluscs shell to create pearls. Mother of Pearl is white with an iridescent sheen.

as well as gray and white inclusions in marbled patterns

Its needle to like inclusions of hematite are iridescent red

improving concentration

It is extremely fracture to resistant and has been used for blades and other tools since Neolithic times

mostly known for its green varieties

but it can also occur as orange

while today it is primarily mined in Africa

Variscite can be discolored by cosmetics

In rare and highly sought after specimens

Red Agate purportedly enhances mental function

currently believed to be due to the presence of a copper-based mineral such as Malachite or Azurite

” helping align one’s thoughts with deeper understanding and calm communication