Beautifully executed artisanal lampwork glass bead in natural mossy forest colors on a complementary green natural jade strand, with black, white and cream Czech Bohemian glass beads. This natural gemstone necklace is an original one of a kind design. Lampwork beads are handmade beads that are crafted out of molten glass using a centuries old technique. In order to make lampwork beads, the artist will use a torch to melt narrow rods of glass. The hot molten glass is then wound around a thin length of stainless steel known as a mandrel. The hole in the bead is formed by the space taken up by the mandrel. To form the bead, the mandrel is turned and held in various positions. The shape of the bead is formed through this turning and positioning , as well as with the help from gravity. Tools can also be used during this process to push and pull the glass into proper shape. It takes years to perfect this delicate process, and a true artist to create such a piece as the one on this necklace. Quality materials, OOAK. SPECIAL: free next day US shipping, normally $6.15 USPS. This necklace has about a 9” drop from the neck.