Nephrite Jade 3x3-5mm Irregular Heishi Bead - 12-13 Inch Agate10mm Jade is the industry name

Jade is the industry name for this beautiful deep green stone

so only a finite amount of rough material remains

White African Opal

Many of the earliest gem traders did not realize that these yellowish stones were actually different materials

7 long with the loops (8mm not including the loops) and 8

Nephrite Jade 3x3-5mm Irregular Heishi Bead - 12-13 Inch Agate10mm Jade is the industry nameNephrite is a dense, incredibly tough mineral aggregate belonging to the tremolite actinolite series. It is one of the two distinct minerals legally classified as "jade" (along with jadeite). Renowned for its historical significance and durability, it remains a highly prized material in fine jewelry, sculpture, and lapidary art worldwide.