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Dyed Soocho Jade Round 6mm Gemstone Beads (66pce Strand) - 40cm/16'" Strand.
Soocho Jade is named after the city ‘Suzhou’ in China. Despite the name Jade, the stone is really serpentine, a very common silicate mineral. The vivid colours are created through heat treatment. The unusual colours are a result from heating the serpentine to different temperatures.
Soocho Jade is named after the city ‘Suzhou’ in China. Despite the name Jade, the stone is really serpentine, a very common silicate mineral. The vivid colours are created through heat treatment. The unusual colours are a result from heating the serpentine to different temperatures.
Additional Information
Stone Type | Natural |
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Common gemstone enhancement and likelihood | Dyed (Usually) |
Origin | China |
Shape | Round |
Size | 6mm |
Mohs scale ratings (hardness) | 2 - 4 |
Bead Care - Avoid the following... | Heat, Soft material handle with care, Steam |
Additional notes | Dyed serpentine. |