Pietersite 6mm Faceted Round - 15-16 Inch 48hr_04232024 inclusions of Goethite or Hematite

inclusions of Goethite or Hematite refract the light between the layers of the crystal

Spinel is a hard vitreous magnesium aluminum oxide

but unlike rubies

Princess Patricia of Connaught

Peruvian Opal was considered by the Incas to be a gift from Pachamama

Pietersite 6mm Faceted Round - 15-16 Inch 48hr_04232024 inclusions of Goethite or HematitePietersite 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.