yeah, i was getting there, just wasn't sure what the mineral was. but i hit one with a small, light hammer and i split into 4 pieces and the pieces have sharp edges and the opened faces are white and look crystaline under the scope....bummer....

so i can sell them for what they are or send them back to my trader and tell him what they really are. he is a good guy, i have dealt with him for many years but i think he is seeing things that he is not really familar with like these beads.

thanks.

Carlene