Ruby Zoisite 1x2mm Square Rondelle - 15-16 Inch latest-dcmicro3172022 The ancient Egyptians carved amulets

The ancient Egyptians carved amulets of Jasper to be buried with their deceased to ensure safe passage to the afterlife

Biotite was named in honor of the French physicist Jean-Baptiste Biot

as well as the amount of patterning

All species of garnets possess similar physical properties and crystal forms

as it is softer than both Jasper and Rhyolite

Ruby Zoisite 1x2mm Square Rondelle - 15-16 Inch latest-dcmicro3172022 The ancient Egyptians carved amuletsRuby 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.