Freshwater Pearl 5-6mm White Rice Nugget Beads - 15-16 Inch MDS3 Silica-rich waters create hardened deposits

Silica-rich waters create hardened deposits that preserve coral skeletons

When tumbled it can have the look of polished steel

Natural Agate is a variety of banded Chalcedony

Shattuckite is a pseudomorph

and Rutile as well

Freshwater Pearl 5-6mm White Rice Nugget Beads - 15-16 Inch MDS3 Silica-rich waters create hardened depositsUnlike most gemstones found within the Earth, pearls are organic. Simply, they grow inside the shells of certain species of oysters and clams. Some pearls form naturally in mollusks either in the sea or freshwater such as rivers. Pearls are known for their natural beauty and timeless charm, often symbolizing purity, wisdom, and integrity.