{"product_id":"lion-paw-shell-beads-from-mexico-multi-shade-orange-purple-cream-native-american-style-small-batch-production-smooth-rondelle-6mm","title":"Lion Paw Shell Beads from Mexico - Multi-Shade Orange Purple Cream - Native American Style - Small Batch Production - Smooth Rondelle 6mm","description":"Q: What are these beads? \u003cbr\u003e A: These are natural Lion Paw shell beads cut into a smooth 6mm rondelle shape. Each bead shows naturally varied shades of orange, burnt orange, cream, peach, brown, and purple, giving every strand a rich multi-color look. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: Where are the Lion Paw shell beads from? \u003cbr\u003e A: The shell material is sourced from Mexico, an area known for beautiful Lion Paw shell with warm orange and purple color variation. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: What makes these beads special? \u003cbr\u003e A: The attraction is the natural multi-shade pattern. No two beads look exactly alike. Some pieces have strong orange color, while others show cream, reddish-brown, plum-purple, or striped shell patterns. This natural variation creates an organic look that works especially well in statement jewelry. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: What size are the beads? \u003cbr\u003e A: The beads are approximately 6mm rondelle. Because they are made from natural shell, slight differences in diameter, thickness, shape, and surface are expected. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: What is the finish? \u003cbr\u003e A: Each bead is smoothly hand polished to bring out the natural shell pattern and luster. The polished surface gives the beads a rich, glossy appearance without hiding their natural character. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: How long is each strand? \u003cbr\u003e A: Each full strand is approximately 15.5 inches long. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: What size is the hole? \u003cbr\u003e A: The hole is approximately 1mm, suitable for many jewelry-making wires, cords, and stringing materials. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: Are these finished necklaces or bracelets? \u003cbr\u003e A: No. These are loose beads temporarily strung for jewelry making. They are not finished jewelry and do not include a clasp. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: Will my strand look exactly like the photos? \u003cbr\u003e A: Each strand will be different because Lion Paw shell is a natural material. Expect a mixture of orange, cream, peach, brown, burgundy, and purple tones with natural banding and pattern variation. Some strands may be lighter or darker than others. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: What can I make with Lion Paw shell beads? \u003cbr\u003e A: These beads are excellent for necklaces, bracelets, earrings, Southwestern-inspired jewelry, coastal jewelry, boho designs, men's jewelry, Native American style jewelry, shell jewelry, and artisan beadwork. They pair especially well with turquoise, spiny oyster shell, silver, coral-colored beads, pearls, and other natural shell beads. \u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003e Q: Are natural variations normal? \u003cbr\u003e A: Yes. Small differences in color, pattern, thickness, polish, and shape are normal characteristics of natural shell beads and are part of their appeal.","brand":"Aloha Gems USA","offers":[{"title":"One Strand (1)","offer_id":50340268146826,"sku":"lionpaw-rd6","price":24.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Ten Strands (10)","offer_id":50340268474506,"sku":"lionpaw-rd6x10","price":199.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0592\/3015\/8986\/files\/il_fullxfull.8659203071_apu0.jpg?v=1790930778","url":"https:\/\/alohagemsusa.com\/products\/lion-paw-shell-beads-from-mexico-multi-shade-orange-purple-cream-native-american-style-small-batch-production-smooth-rondelle-6mm","provider":"Aloha Gems USA","version":"1.0","type":"link"}