The Mahatma Malachite Seal of Poor Quality
The Industry Substandard

This is the Seal of Poor Quality.
If an item carries the Seal of Poor Quality, suspect foul play.
It may be poorly dyed, poorly cut, poorly drilled, or might even smell.
Not worse than a similar strand from another dealer, but follow the old English tradition of "Be on your toes."
However, the absence of the Seal of Poor Quality does not guarantee superior quality.
And if you look closely you'll see it's the Seal of Poor Quality, not the Rat of Poor Quality.
And some items look and feel a little better anyway with that funky, hut-made look.