Hydrogrossular Garnet 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch Bloodstone and an Amazonite ring was

and an Amazonite ring was found among the treasures in King Tutankhamun’s tomb

Viking explorers used thin pieces of Iolite as the world’s first polarizing lens to help them determine the exact location of the sun for navigation

the colors are naturally occurring

Blue Sodalite is sometimes referred to as “poor man’s lapis” because of its similar color and much lower cost

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Hydrogrossular Garnet 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch Bloodstone and an Amazonite ring wasHydrogrossular garnet is an especially rare gemstone. It's defined by a bright green color, and most commonly found with black inclusions. These inclusions are chromite, and the green color is caused by a reaction in the stone when the chrome is introduced to water. The green coloring has likened the stone of jadeite in the past, and because its hardness has made the stone perfect for beads and cabochons.