Other Pearl Beads
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Other Pearl Beads
Most people associate pearl creation with oysters and mussels, but that's not always the case. Other marine creatures, like abalone, conch, scallops, and the melo melo snail can also create types of pearl beads. Since some of these beads don't contain actual nacre, they aren't considered "true" pearls and can come in an assortment of colors and shapes. For example, the melo melo bead is usually large and round, and can range from dark brown to a sought-after orange. These beads resemble pearls in most detail, and can be used as a round pearl would in most beading projects.
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