is available in loose beads and temporarily strung into strands. Loose beads are cheaper, but strand beads have more-uniform drill holes, so will hang better, making them best for necklaces. However, if you plan on knotting your necklace, then loose beads will do.Most colored jade is dyed, this is usual, and the color doesn’t come off. So if you want continuity it is best to purchase all you need for a project in one go.