Azurite Malachite, 2 mm round, unfaceted

Description

3.5 mm round, unfaceted Azurite Malachite beads.  Each bead shows a mix of azurite blue and malachite green.  Approximately 50 beads per strand.

Geologically, Azurite and Malachite often form together in copper-rich environments through a process of weathering and oxidation.  The result is a gem/mineral showing both distinct blue and green hues derived from copper compounds present in their composition.

Because stone beads are cut and polished by hand and/or machine-cut, the size of each bead in a strand may vary slightly.  As well, color may also vary from one bead to another in natural stones.