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Size and Shape of Pearls
There are many different shapes and sizes of pearls depending on where the come from or what they are formed in.
Spectrolite
This is the trade name of Finnish labradorite. Its properties are the same, but it tends to have a dark, opaque colour
Kyanite
Nearly all gemstones have a single hardness value, no matter where it is measured on the crystal.
Shell
You can saw it, file it, carve it, drill it and engrave it: shell is one of the easiest of materials to work with.
Chalcedony/Agate
Beautiful in its simplicity, the luminous pure colour of chalcedony makes it a truly versatile stone to work with.
Handling Gemstones
You need to know how to handle and care for your gemstones as much as you can to have the least amount of damage happen
Pearls produced by snails
pearls can form in sea snails and are extremely rare