RARE Number 8 Turquoise THICK Heishi Beads 6mm , 16 inch Strand
These Heishi beads are 6mm in width and approx. 3mm in length, the length of each bead does vary slightly. 20 beads is a little over 2 & 1/2 inch.
The Number 8 Turquoise mine in Northern Nevada has produced some of the finest turquoise in beautiful green and blues shades and was a well known turquoise mine in the 40's. The product from this mine was some of the most sought after in the Nevada area and it is known for it's spider-web black or golden matrix. The mine was depleted in 1961 and is no longer producing today.