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When you see something glow under a black light, that item may contain phosphors, which glow in UV light. Teeth, fingernails, and some bodily fluids naturally contain phosphors. Also certain laundry detergents contain phosphors, (actually makes white appear brighter), which is why some white t-shirts glow under blacklights. If your question is about the bead being made from "uranium" glass then I say, No. If your question means could there be phosphors in or on the bead then I say, Possible. Jamey would be the one to explain the creation of these types of beads and if phosphor is used in the manufacturing process. I would imagine the lighter areas give a glow. Sometimes a lighter colored surface gives a light colored or slightly violet reflection, this does not always mean it fluoresces. I hope this helps.
Thomas
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