Ruby Zoisite 6mm Round Faceted - Large Hole Beads Gem Master & Sons but truly unique

but truly unique

initially as tools because of its hardness

Opals are hydrated amorphous forms of silica

The different colored zones in the stone result from different oxidation states of iron

is a deep blue metamorphic rock used as a semi-precious stone that has been prized since antiquity for its intense color

Ruby Zoisite 6mm Round Faceted - Large Hole Beads Gem Master & Sons but truly uniqueRuby Zoisite occurs naturally when small Ruby crystals become embedded within Zoisite. The Ruby inclusions in this stone are pink to reddish purple to dark purple, while the Zoisite is light to medium green. Ruby has long been considered one of the most beautiful and valuable gemstones on the planet. It is also one of the hardest, second only to Diamond. At times in ancient history, Ruby was valued more highly than any other gem, including Diamond.