MATTE African Turquoise 6mm Cube 8-Inch - CLEARANCEAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.

or during meditation

It was used in the Egyptian Book of the Dead

Red Lightning Agate is predominantly red with swirls and mottling of green

known as a “Gem of Fire” by ancient cultures

meaning that their facets were cut using industrial grade diamond

including browns

” owing to its red appearance when sliced thinly or powdered

Phillipine Rosewood

” Aquamarine was once thought to be the treasure of mermaids

but those varieties are transparent

is aptly named for its shades of gold

Mined in Hubei China