Larimar 4x7mm Rondelle Beads A Grade - 15-16 Inch Puff Hexagon Double Drill One of its aliases is

One of its aliases is Inca Rose

where it was observed that the stone was often carried by eagles to their nests

For hand drilled beads (like pearls) there’s a bit more trial and error and guess work

the third to hardest common natural gemstone

It is believed by some to improve memory and increase analytical skills

Larimar 4x7mm Rondelle Beads A Grade - 15-16 Inch Puff Hexagon Double Drill One of its aliases isLarimar is a translucent blue, turquoise and white stone that can have streaks and patterns of white, as well as red or brown either from oxidation or Hematite inclusions. It is a rare variety of Pectolite, found only in the Dominican Republic. Copper within the Pectolite creates the beautiful blue and turquoise colors in the stone. The blue colors are photosensitive and may fade when exposed to excessive light or heat.