Ethiopian Opal 1x2.5-3x5mm Graduated Irregular Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Hole Size_1.7mm Mother of Pearl is white

Mother of Pearl is white with an iridescent sheen

These aren't gemstones but these glass beads will pair nicely with them

These strands were cut into beads with some of the material the Chalcedony was mined out of remaining

It is also referred to as the Bailer Shell because fishermen have been known to use the shell to bail water out of leaking boats

Ethiopian Opal 1x2.5-3x5mm Graduated Irregular Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Hole Size_1.7mm Mother of Pearl is whiteEthiopian Opal was first discovered in Ethiopia in 1994, with additional major finds in 2008 and 2013. Beautiful specimens of Precious Opal, Fire Opal and Black Opal with spectacular play of color are now being found in these areas. Ethiopian Opal typically occurs in brown, red or orange body color, yet yellow, white and clear stones are also seen.