Rhodonite with Matrix 4mm Round - 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.

Dalmation Jasper is the trade name for Dalmation Stone

originally from the Lapis to Lazuli mine in Afghanistan

the easy-on-the-eyes nature of a pale yellow color

It is also somewhat delicate with a hardness ranging from 5-5

consisting of opaque rust to red glass with tiny flecks of glittering copper suspended within it

Astrophyllite gets its name from the Greek words astron meaning "star" and phyllon meaning "leaf"

tranquility

including Moonstone

remote parts of the globe

The name "biotite" is used because these minerals generally cannot be distinguished without optical

and Purple Rose Quartz

Naturally occurring in hues of blue-green to green with spots and streaks of red