Wampum Shell 12mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch African Petrified Wood Agate The Ruby inclusions in this

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

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

The Dual Crimper incorporates two medium crimping cavities to fit all of the crimp tubes and beads within the medium range

” the other being Nephrite

Opal is a natural gemstone made from silica mineral and 90% are found in Australia

Wampum Shell 12mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch African Petrified Wood Agate The Ruby inclusions in thisWampum 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.