It appears that you have misread or read too much into my last post. I am sorry for this and did not mean any harm or ill will. I actually loved your post and was just trying to engage you a little more. Since we both travel in the Himalayas I thought it would be good to exchange some ideas on this. It WASN'T a personal attack on your beads or your integrity.I come here to LEARN which is why I ask questions. I have read my post several times and I can't see any harm in what I have said. You sure do have experience and my questions were directed at you to gain more understanding on your post. I did not make any allegations I simply asked if there were other possibilities. When sourcing beads in Tibet or Nepal it is difficult to know exactly where beads were sourced. Since they can pass through the hands of many dealers and traders. I am just trying to be open minded about these things. Your post was wonderful and please keep them coming. I promise I'll ask no more questions : )

Namaste,

James