Abalone Shell 4mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch Dendritic Agate Mica is a mineral name

Mica is a mineral name given to a group of minerals that are physically and chemically similar

They come from far-away

Peruvian Turquoise is also known as Turquoise Chrysocolla

cut and drilled for use in jewelry like necklaces

but is also said that it can enliven and promote happiness

Abalone Shell 4mm Heishi Bead - 15-16 Inch Dendritic Agate Mica is a mineral nameAbalone 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.