Free form beads include many shapes; marquise, tear drop, tubes, rondelles, and more. They may be drilled for stringing, or undrilled and used as a cabochon. As the name implies, the shapes are organic and natural, making the best use of the original shape.
Jade refers to an ornamental mineral, mostly known for its green varieties. Jade has been used for tens of thousands of years, initially as tools because of its hardness, but...