Impression Jasper, Blue, Dyed, Smooth Round, 8mm with 2mm Hole, One Strand

Impression Jasper, Blue, Dyed, Smooth Round, 8mm with 2mm Hole, One Strand.

This price is for one strand 14" inches long. 

8mm strands have 43 to 48 pieces and has 2mm hole. 

Impression Jasper has proven to be somewhat of a mystery. We know that this stone is a jasper-like material, but many in the market knows what to call it yet.  Some experts are now referring to this stone as a combination of onyx and marble.  Impression Jasper has become an accepted trade name. It comes in a variety of colors and possibly more names, including Aqua Terra or Sea Sediment. 

This Impression Jasper also has the tan and crimson matrix colors which create a striking contrast to places where the dye is absorbed.

Hardness of Onyx 7 - Hardness of Marble 3

These beads are dyed with the introduction of coloring agent into a gemstone to give it new color, intensify present color or improve color uniformity.  

The source of these beads is China and they are cut, drilled and polished in China.