There are many facets to a stone’s value, and not all have to do with cost. Less costly stones can provide real value for crafters because of their appeal, usefulness, and flexibility in jewelry designs. You’ll find all of these and more in our howlite gemstone beads, including our turquoise Howlite Beads.
3.5-4mm approximate measure for these Turquoise Howlite faceted rondelle beads presented on a 13 inch strand of 105 pieces.
Approx. Strand Length 14" | Approx. Bead Size 5mm | Approx. pieces 69
3.5mm Howlite faceted rondelle beads 13 inches 135 pieces are approximate measurements and counts.
Approximates: 6mm diameter 15 inch strand of approx. 99 beads
2.5-3mm approximate measure for these Turquoise Howlite faceted rondelle beads presented on a 13 inch strand of 125 pieces.
measures approximately 4x4x2mm to 5x5x2mm on the 8 inch strand of 40 pieces Color Treated Howlite
Approximates: 8x8mm Dyed Turquoise Howlite faceted pillow beads 13.5 inch 37 pieces
Length 16 inch strand Approx. Bead Size 12x7mm
approximate size varies greatly from strand to strand with average slice size of 36x28mm and chip size from 7x4 - 15x7mm on the 17 inch strand of 8...
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approximate size varies greatly from strand to strand with average slice size of 36x28mm and chip size from 7x4 - 15x7mm on the 17 inch strand of 8...
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strands vary in size from 7x7x6mm up to 9x9x8mm 15 inches 24 beads
6mm Turquoise Howlite plain round Silver plated Chain sold by the foot having approximately with 26 pieces per foot.
6mm Turquoise Howlite plain round Gold plated Chain sold by the foot having approximately with 26 pieces per foot.
Approximates: 8x8-9x9mm Dyed Turquoise Howlite faceted pillow beads 14 inch 34 pieces
Approximates: 9.5x9.5mm Dyed Turquoise Howlite faceted pillow beads 13.5 inch 31 pieces
Approximates: 7.5x6-10x6mm Dyed Turquoise Howlite faceted rectangle beads 33 pieces
approximate 10mm average diameter on the 15 inch strand of 85 pieces
Approx. Length 16 inch / Approx. Bead Size 8-10mm
Howlite has only been found in a few places. It was first discovered in Nova Scotia, which is one of a handful of locations where it’s been detected in eastern Canada. The next group of deposits was at the far side of the continent, with several sites in southern California and one in Nevada. The only other mine containing howlite is in Turkey.
Typically howlite is found in nodule form, and crystal howlite is an alternative and less common variation.
Getting affordable beads online is easy with the Bead Traders, since we buy beads in volume, meaning you save money on purchasing beads and beading supplies every time you shop with us.
A Diamond in the Rough: Howlite’s Discovery
History is full of errors and unappreciated discoveries, which are only later revealed to be value. Howlite beads have a history of mistaken identity. About 150 years ago, a Canadian scientist was contacted by miners who didn’t think much of an unusual mineral. They were extracting gypsum and found themselves working around a strange substance that defied contemporary description.
The miners got in contact with Henry How, a mineralogist. He determined that the stone was something entirely new and previously undiscovered, and he gave it a proper scientific name of “silico-boro-calcite.” It was subsequently renamed “howlite” in his honor, and the name carries forward in our howlite beads.
An Excellent Substitute for Turquoise
Many ascribe magical and spiritual powers to gemstones, and howlite beads are capable of remarkable transformative capabilities. Howlite’s porous nature readily accepts a rainbow of colors. From its pale beginnings, the stone can be dyed into substitutes for sought-after turquoise howlite beads. Your customers and friends will enjoy the beauty of turquoise and the satisfaction of significant savings.
Crafters Have Many Options
We proudly offer a wide range of howlite beads to give you many crafting options. This highly adaptable stone is available in slabs and chips. Also available is a wealth of bead types including heshi, round, bullet shaped, and rice beads. Our howlite is characterized by fine black lines that run through the stone in thin, distinctive patterns included in our turquoise howlite beads.
