Rhodonite with Matrix 2x4mm Heishi - 15-16 Inch

Rhodonite with Matrix 2x4mm Heishi - 15-16 InchRhodonite, whose name is derived from the Greek word for Rose, rhodon, is known for its pink, red and magenta hues. A Manganese inosilicate (or chain silicate), Rhodonite belongs to the Pyroxenoid group of minerals. It was originally found in the Ural mountains of Russia, where it was observed that the stone was often carried by eagles to their nests. This earned it the Russian name orletz or Eagle Stone.

It is best known for its characteristic deep blue to violet-blue color

Blue Lace Agate is a naturally occurring soft blue agate

It won 1st price and has been used ever since in sculpture

it occurs in a wide variety of patterns

and pure ferrosilite contains no magnesium

as well as drawing energies from its less dominant colors

It has characteristics similar to Tiger Iron and Tiger Eye

It is believed to be a powerful meditation stone

and the material has not been treated with dye

in colors from light green to yellow green to olive

South Africa

Gem Silica occurs in a vivid blue green color due to the presence of copper in the stone and is free of inclusions of other minerals