African Turquoise 8mm Large Hole Round 8-Inch

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African Turquoise 8mm Large Hole Round 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.

The name comes from the French word for lemon

Jasper has a long and illustrious history

Jaspers are considered elemental earth stones

It forms when Quartz and Feldspar crystallize in radial aggregates within other silica to rich stones

including Moonstone

Blue Peruvian Opal naturally occurs with swirling patterns of deep blues

It has been treasured for its beauty throughout history and used extensively for adornment in jewelry as well as works of art

It won 1st price and has been used ever since in sculpture

According to Norse legend

laced with bands or swirls of brighter blue

When the level of iron oxide is high

turquoise and white stone that can have streaks and patterns of white