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

but also for industrial purposes from watch gears and scientific instruments to sandpaper and other abrasives

micro-crimps and for adding an extra squeeze to your crimps

Stone Type: Petrified Wood Agate

” the other being Nephrite

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.