This necklace is made from carefully selected non-single-seed Xinjiang Hetian white nephrite, chosen specifically to meet this standard. The beads have a beautiful warm white color, with a fine, dense and smooth jade body and a rich, oily luster. Rather than a cold, chalky white, the material has a soft creamy warmth that becomes particularly beautiful under natural light. The polished surface has a gentle glow, while the fine jade structure gives the beads a smooth, silky feeling in the hand. At approximately 8 mm, the round beads are well proportioned for a 108-bead necklace. Their relatively compact size allows the long strand to be wrapped or worn in different ways while retaining an elegant and refined appearance. Because this necklace is made from non-seed material, the beads do not carry natural seed-jade skin or the surface color associated with genuine river-worn Lonely Stones. Instead, the visual appeal comes entirely from the quality and consistency of the white nephrite itself. Creating a beautiful 108-bead necklace still requires considerable selection. A complete strand needs a large number of beads that work harmoniously in color, texture, polish, and overall appearance. Hermit Jade therefore does not simply source enough white jade beads to complete a strand. We select material and beads according to our own quality standards, with particular attention to the whiteness, fineness, richness, warmth, and oily character of the jade. For collectors who appreciate fine Hetian white jade but do not specifically require single-seed provenance, this necklace offers a more accessible way to own a substantial 108-bead piece while still meeting Hermit Jade's standards for high-quality material. It is refined enough for a collector and practical enough for regular wear, carrying both the cultural meaning of the 108-bead form and the quiet beauty of fine Xinjiang Hetian white nephrite. Specifications Material: Xinjiang Hetian White Nephrite Jade (新疆和田白玉) Origin: Xinjiang Hetian, China Beads: 108 Round Beads Bead Size: Approx. 8 mm Color: Warm White Jade Quality: Fine, dense, rich, warm and oily Accent Beads: Nanhong Agate (南红玛瑙) Recommended Use: 108-Bead Necklace / Everyday Wear / Hetian Nephrite Collection / Traditional Chinese Jade Jewelry