This strand of dainty heishi shells is perfect for your spring and summer designs. It's almost time to start hitting the beach, so do it with style! These round heishi beads are thinly sliced shells and are a natural material. This being said, each shell bead will be slightly different in coloring, thickness and shape, adding to their uniqueness. Perfect for bracelets, necklaces, earrings and anklets, we are sure you will find many uses for these great shell beads. Go all out with fibers, dichroic glass and sterling silver chain for a masterpiece, or simply string onto elastic cord for a fun stretchy bracelet. These beads are sold in 16-inch strands.