Abalone Shell 8mm Star Cut Faceted Coin Bead - 15-16 Inch Size_4-5mm Australian Butter Jasper is a

Australian Butter Jasper is a relatively new variation of Jasper that definitely meets that criteria

a silicate of calcium and magnesium -- from western Canada

and colors that include purples

Supply is limited and not always guaranteed — making this a unique addition to any turquoise collection

orthorhombic crystals or in massive form

Abalone Shell 8mm Star Cut Faceted Coin Bead - 15-16 Inch Size_4-5mm Australian Butter Jasper is aAbalone Shell is strong and is made of stacked calcium carbonate tiles. When the abalone shell is struck, the tiles slide instead of shattering absorbing the energy of the blow. The inner layer of the shell is composed of nacre (mother of pearl), which in many species is highly iridescent, which make the shells attractive as decorative objects, jewelry, and as a source of colorful mother of pearl.