Hubei Turquoise 7-8mm Blue Irregular Heishi - 15-16 Inch Hole The addition of the rhodium

The addition of the rhodium plating not only protects these from oxidation but also highlights the Widmanstätten pattern

Garnets are a group of silicate minerals that have been used since the Bronze Age as gemstones and abrasives

Mined in: Madagascar

however it does exhibit a lustrous sheen referred to as “opalescence

Hubei Turquoise 7-8mm Blue Irregular Heishi - 15-16 Inch Hole The addition of the rhodiumHubei Turquoise is sourced from Hubei Province in Northern China, one of the most recognized turquoise producing regions in the world. This material is known for its vivid blues, rich greens, and bold black spiderweb matrixcreating highly distinctive, one of a kind beads. This collection features material sourced from the Joo shahn County mines, including the Chin goo 808 Mine, known for producing turquoise with strong color contrast and dramatic