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Read more33MP611: MOP Bead Oval 5x8mm 16" ST is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.
These Mother of Pearl oval beads measure 5x8mm and come on a 16-inch strand, giving you a generous run of genuine shell material with that signature luminous depth you can't replicate in glass or plastic.
Mother of Pearl carries its own natural finish — a soft, layered iridescence that shifts subtly in light, with creamy whites and faint overtones that vary organically from bead to bead.
String them as a standalone strand for classic pearl-style necklaces, or mix them into multi-strand designs where the oval shape adds gentle rhythm between round or rondelle elements; they're also well-suited to knotted silk work where each bead gets room to show its natural variation.
Natural materials vary in color, pattern, and size. The beads you receive may differ slightly from the product photos — this is a characteristic of natural materials, not a defect.
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Mother of pearl is the iridescent layer of nacre found inside the shells of mollusks. Mother of pearl beads help capture the timeless elegance of graceful femininity, and are perfect for Victorian era inspired designs.
33MP611: MOP Bead Oval 5x8mm 16" ST is backordered and will ship as soon as it is back in stock.