Bloodstone 6mm Round Large Hole Beads - 8 Inch Shape_Cube Bayong is a hardwood native

Bayong is a hardwood native to the Philippines with a natural red-brown color

Historically Opal was renowned as the “Queen of Gems” for its desirability and beauty

and because its hardness has made the stone perfect for beads and cabochons

It is also said to aid artists in the emotional process of bringing forth authentic and vulnerable work

Turquoise is one of the oldest known gemstones

Bloodstone 6mm Round Large Hole Beads - 8 Inch Shape_Cube Bayong is a hardwood nativeBloodstone most commonly refers to green Jasper with red inclusions consisting of Hematite. Naturally occurring in hues of blue to green to green with spots and streaks of red, Bloodstone was known in antiquity as Heliotrope, the Sun Stone. It has been treasured for its beauty throughout history and used extensively for adornment in jewelry as well as works of art. Approximate Hole Diameter: 2mm