Abalone Shell 3x5mm Rondelle Bead - 15-16 Inch Chain Nose Pliers Jaspers are considered elemental earth

Jaspers are considered elemental earth stones

also known as Amazon Stone

It is most often found in the Baltic region

second only to Quartz

Abalone Shell 3x5mm Rondelle Bead - 15-16 Inch Chain Nose Pliers Jaspers are considered elemental earthAbalone Shell is strong and is made of stacked calcium carbonate tiles. When the abalone shell is struck, the tiles slide instead of shattering absorbing the energy of the blow. The inner layer of the shell is composed of nacre (mother of pearl), which in many species is highly iridescent, which make the shells attractive as decorative objects, jewelry, and as a source of colorful mother of pearl.