Green Serpentine 24-26mm oval hoop beads (ETB01288) DIY jewelry or in a thick coating

or in a thick coating around it

Chinese pietersite exhibits a slightly different variations in color and patterns from the pietersite found in Africa

Burma Jade

5 - 12x11x4mm (41 PCS)

Green Serpentine 24-26mm oval hoop beads (ETB01288) DIY jewelry or in a thick coatingThe name serpentine refers to a group of predominantly green minerals that occur in masses of small intergrown crystals. Some say this stone earned it's name from the word "serpent" as it's coloring resembles the skin of a snake. It was in the 19th century that people became aware of the fire resistant nature of serpentine, as a result is was utilized in many materials and fabrics. According to legend, Romans used this stone as protection against