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Description
Natural Howlite Beads Strands, Dye, Butterfly, Blue
Size: about 10mm wide, 9.5mm long, 3.8~4.3mm thick, hole: 0.7mm, about 48~54pcs/strand, 13.90''~14.57''(35.3~37cm).
Priced per 3 Strands
Please Note: Slight deviations in colors is allowed due to different display device.
What is Howlite Stone?
Howlite is a mineral belonging to the borate group, which is an opaque white or light gray porous stone with a black or gray veined marble effect.
Spiritual Properties of Howlite
Howlite is a mineral commonly used in jewelry making and decorative objects. It's believed to have calming properties that can reduce stress and anxiety, and promote relaxation. Howlite is also said to enhance communication and self-expression, aid in physical healing, and manage anger and aggression.
※Please note that these properties are not scientifically proven, and howlite should not be used as a substitute for professional medical treatment.
Geological Properties of Howlite
Chemical Classification | Borate mineral |
Chemical Formula | Ca2SiB5O9(OH)5 |
Crystal System | Monoclinic |
Color | White with grey or black vein |
Mohs Hardness | 3.5 |
Specific Gravity | 2.53-2.59 |
Refractive Index | 1.59 |
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The Differences Between Howlite and Turquoise
The Differences Between
Howlite and Turquoise
Howlite and turquoise are two gemstones that are often confused because of their similar appearance. However, there are several key differences between these two stones that make them unique.
1.Chemical Composition: Howlite is a borate mineral, while turquoise is a phosphate mineral.
2.Color: Howlite is generally white or gray with black veins, while turquoise is known for its bright blue-green color. Howlite can be dyed or treated to mimic the appearance of turquoise, such as cyan color howlite beads, which are quite different in their natural color.
3.Hardness: Turquoise is a harder mineral than howlite, with a Mohs hardness of 5-6, while howlite has a Mohs hardness of 3.5.