Ruby Zoisite 8x10-9x13mm Side Drilled Pebble - 15-16 InchRuby 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.

Gold Plated

and as a source of colorful mother-of-pearl

and the green color is caused by a reaction in the stone when the chrome is introduced to water

In rare and highly sought after specimens

Ancient Egyptians sometimes buried their dead with amulets of Jasper for safe passage into the afterlife

start with the gauge in a closed position

has been excavated and repurposed into contemporary beads

Ancient Egyptians believed Red Jasper to be connected to the fertilizing blood of Mother Isis

found only in the Dominican Republic

and mixed-media designs

The opaque stone’s red color is due to high iron content

At times in ancient history