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This is a strand of white Howlite beads with an overall length of 38 cm (15 inches).  The individual gemstone beads are barrel cut in shape and range in size from 15x7 to 16.5x7.5 mm.  In total, the bead strand contains over 154ct of natural Howlite beads.

Howlite was discovered near Windsor, Nova Scotia in 1868 and named after Henry How, a Canadian chemist, geologist, and mineralogist.  It often forms in nodules which resemble cauliflower heads. The nodules are opaque, white with gray or black veins, often showing web-like pattern. 

Howlite is said to be an extremely calming stone, it can be an excellent antidote to insomnia.  It is also said that Howlite teaches patience and helps to eliminate anger and strengthens positive character traits.  

Product Type: Howlite Beads
Approx Weight (per Strand): 154ct
Bead Size: 15x7 to 16.5x7.5 mm 
Sytand Length: 38 cm / 15 inches
Shape: Barrel Shape
Color: White

Product Type: Tourmaline
Product ID: TOPP05964
Approx Weight (per piece): 2.75ct
Size: 11x6mm
Shape: Octagon Cut
Color: Pink
Clarity: VSI (Very Slightly Included)
Origin: Africa

Barite clusters are beautiful mineral specimens that feature intergrown crystals forming visually appealing arrangements. It is typically found as thick to thin tabular crystals, usually in clusters with the crystals growing parallel to one another, or nearly so.  It can also occur as bladed, blocky, or even rosette-like aggregates. Would be a beautiful addition to any new or existing collection.

Name: Barite Cluster Crystal
Specimen Size:  Miniature-Sized
Dimensions: 52x34x36 mm / 2x1.3x1.4 inches
Weight: 56.6 Grams / 2 ounces
Origin: Mined in Granada, Spain

Product Type: Imperial Topaz
Product ID: TZIO6818
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.90ct
Size: 7x5mm
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Fine Imperial Orange
Clarity: Clean to the eye
Origin: Brazil

Product Type: Imperial Topaz
Product ID: TZIO3583
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.80ct
Size: 7x5mm
Shape: Oval Cut
Color: Fine Imperial Orange with Pink Flashes
Clarity: Clean
Origin: Africa