MP667 Assorted Color Medium 5mm Pebble Nugget Mother of Pearl Shell Beads 36"

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.  Uses: Lustrous and colorful, mother-of-pearl shell beads are commonly used in jewelry making and are a beautiful addition to most any craft creation. Lightweight enough for clustering and multiple layers!  Shape: Polished Pebble Nugget  Color: Assorted Colors  Appearance: Shells exhibit good luster and minor natural dark markings  Enhancements: Dyed  Approximate Size: 5x4mm Size may vary slightly  Approximate Hole Size: 1mm  Hole Orientation: Center-Drilled  Quantity: Sold Per 36-inch Strand  Size, shape & color vary slightly  Strand pictured represents entire lot - Beads shipped selected at random  Imported from China