The ancient Egyptians, the Greeks, the medieval European soldiers and people form many other cultures use the amethyst as a gemstone for its beauty and its power of intoxication. Freshwater pearls are real, cultured pearls, grown in lakes, rivers, as well as ponds, which make them an affordable choice for jewelry-making because they are easier to extract.12 mm x 9 mm rose freshwater pearl beads7 mm purple amethyst round beads2 mm purple glass spacerTotal length 27.5" (70 cm)Lobster claw closure + extension chain