Diopside 4x6-8x12mm Graduated Top Drill Drop - 15-16 InchDiopside is a calcium and magnesium silicate mineral. It is transparent or translucent, and can display a nearly emerald green color due to the presence of Chromium within the stone. It is believed to increase ones metaphysical connection with the earth. Note Due to the unique hand made manufacturing process of these beads, the strand length, bead measurements, colors, and beads per strand counts may vary slightly from what is listed.

Many stones in the Russian crown jewels from the 17th century which were thought to be rubies are actually red Tourmaline

It is referenced in many sacred texts and historical manuscripts and is the first precious stone mentioned in the Bible

this Limited Number Batch of Dakota Stones rough material is perfect for gift giving or to keep for yourself

but is prized

a clam found along the New England coast

It contains inclusions of tan and crimson

and sometimes lepidolite

2mm hole +/-

A mixture of hydrocarbons

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These mines are also famous for sourcing North-American Jasper