MP1874 Natural White 20mm Flat Curved Rectangle Mother of Pearl Shell Bead 15"

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.  Use: 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: Flat Curved Wave Rectangle  Color: Creamy White Beads range from white to ivory in a variety of hues.  Appearance: Some beads exhibit natural dark markings  Enhancements: Natural / Bleached May be bleached to enhance appearance  Approximate Size Range: 20x12mm - 21x14mm Beads Vary in Size  Approximate Hole Size: 1mm  Hole Orientation: Center-Drilled, Lengthwise  Quantity: Sold Per 15-Inch Strand May be on loose or on temporary strand Approximately 18 Beads  An item of nature, size, shape & color may vary  Picture representative of entire fabulous lot - Beads shipped selected at random  Imported from China