#Shipwreck Beads Oval Abalone Shell Mosaic Bead, 12 by 16-mm
- Shape: oval mosaic bead
- Size: 12 by 16-mm
- Size shape and color variation is to be expected in natural products
- Species: Haliotis iris
- Has a protective lacquer coating
Abalone AKA Paua Shell is one of the ocean's most radiant gems. Paua is a particularly stunning species of Abalone (Haliotis iris) found along the coast of New Zealand. Abalone shells are dark and dull on the outer surface, but the inside nacre displays a miraculous play of light and color. The hypnotically undulating colors within the shell exhibit an iridescent shimmer comparable to opal. These mosaic Abalone shell beads are created by gluing small flat abalone squares onto a base shell to create a delightful mosaic effect. They are coated in a protective lacquer that also enhances the sheen of the shell. The color and pattern of each Abalone is totally unique and will vary between piece to piece.  |
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