Pietersite 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Azurite Malachite During the Renaissance

During the Renaissance

The name is the Latin term for “water of the sea

ranging in color from pale yellow to golden yellow

Many stones in the Russian crown jewels from the 17th century which were thought to be rubies are actually red Tourmaline

Usually found near copper deposits

Pietersite 10mm Round - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Azurite Malachite During the RenaissancePietersite has been called the Tempest Stone for its colors of deep blue and gray with metallic gold and flashes of brilliant chatoyancy as it catches the light. It also occurs in golden yellows and browns as well as milky white. Pietersite is composed of Tiger Eye, Hawk Eye and Jasper and is believed to discharge negative energies and cleanse the aura.