Howlite

Howlite is a good ‘low cost’ alternative to natural turquoise. Although its’ natural color is white or gray it accepts dyes fairly easily and be dyed a turquoise blue to appear much like turquoise. The look of turquoise is so good that many people can’t tell the difference. Howlite accepts a nice polish - its porcelain luster is attractive and enhances the appearance of the beads. It has a low hardness, yet still retains a distinct toughness.

Howlite is believed by new age thinkers to help in the elimination of selfishness, pain, stress, rage, and rudeness. It's gentle simplicity is also believed to aid in sleep and help one obtain wisdom from their dreams, as well as to heighten creativity.

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