These branch coral beads are a unique addition to your jewelry-making collection. Measuring 26-34x8-10mm with a 1.5mm hole, they are perfect for creating statement pieces. These vintage beads have been color-enhanced and polished to give them a beautiful finish. Each order comes with two beads, allowing you to get creative with your designs.
 
Coral is a hard stony substance secreted by certain marine coelenterates as an external skeleton, typically forming large reefs in warm seas. [Wiki}
 
Skeletons are made up of calcium carbonate, magnesia and organic substances. It is extremely sensitive to acid and heat. Any color, other than white, has been dyed. To keep it from fading avoid direct sunlight for long periods of time, temperature extremes, bleach, ammonia & acid washes, perfumes and hair spray.