Freshwater Pearl 5-8mm Golden Brown Potato Beads - 15-16 Inch Faceted Top Drill Wood Opalite occurs in a

Wood Opalite occurs in a range of colors

In its purest form

These inclusions are chromite

often with a golden or brown matrix

It is a particularly unusual gem because it exhibits a special optical property known as tenebrescence

Freshwater Pearl 5-8mm Golden Brown Potato Beads - 15-16 Inch Faceted Top Drill Wood Opalite occurs in aUnlike 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. Potato pearls are roundish and slightly irregular in shape, resembling small potatoes. They are known for their