Howlite
Howlite is a calcium borosilicate hydroxide mineral discovered in 1868 by Canadian mineralogist Henry How in Nova Scotia. Its signature look is pure white to light grey with intricate black and grey veining in a web-like pattern — resembling polished marble. The unique veining makes each stone unmistakably one-of-a-kind.
Howlite is Mohs 3.5, making it best for earrings, pendants, and necklaces — not for rings or bracelets where daily wear and impact will damage it. It's porous, so it absorbs dyes readily (often dyed blue to imitate turquoise, but your beads are natural white).
All our Howlite is natural and untreated. The white you see is not enhanced, bleached, or dyed. Its calming veining and soft appearance make it a favorite for meditation and healing jewelry.
In stock in multiple shapes and sizes — all hand-picked for quality and precision-cut. US-stocked. Offering competitive prices. Browse our current selection.
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Howlite, Natural, Faceted Diamond Shape, One 8mm Strand
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$14.00Howlite, Natural, Faceted Diamond Shape, 8mm, bead strands are 15 to 16 inches long. 8mm diamond strands have 45 to 50 beads per strand. Howlite is milky white or grey, with some black or dark brown veins as matrix. If it is pure white,...$14.00 -
Howlite, Natural, Faceted Off Round, One 6mm Strand
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$13.00Howlite, Natural, Faceted Off Round, 6mm, Strands are 15 to 16 inches long. 6mm faceted off round strands have 45 to 50 pieces. Howlite is milky white or grey, with some black or dark brown veins as matrix. If it is pure white, then matrix is not present...$13.00 -
Howlite, Natural, Heishi, One 4x2mm Strand
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$13.00Howlite, Heishi, 4x2mm, Strands are 15 to 16 inches long. 4x2mm strands have 145 to 150 pieces Howlite is milky white or grey, with some black or dark brown veins as matrix. If it is pure white, then matrix is not present in the stone. Howlite is...$13.00