MATTE African Turquoise 10x14 Oval 8-Inch beads **The strand pictured is banded

**The strand pictured is banded but the strand you receive may not be banded

In this strand

These strands were cut into beads with some of the material the Chalcedony was mined out of remaining

as well as grays

Ocean Jasper is a commercial name for Orbicular Jasper

MATTE African Turquoise 10x14 Oval 8-Inch beads **The strand pictured is bandedAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.