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African Turquoise 12mm Coin 8-InchAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.

Sardonyx is sometimes treated to bring out its reddish tones

who was a great admirer and collector of gemstones

and it has been used throughout history for various purposes

while the amount of Iron in the stone varies its shade of purple

the fossilized resin of prehistoric pine trees

The name derives from the recurring chevron or “dog teeth” pattern of the stripes

Apple Jasper carries the deep red to bright red hues of apples

Red Garnet and Crystal Quartz

It sometimes features dark brown to black dendritic inclusions that branch like tiny tree limbs through the stone

especially in Asian cultures

After the glass has cooled

and because its hardness has made the stone perfect for beads and cabochons