Ruby (Natural) 3mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch featured_02262026 fluorophlogopite

fluorophlogopite

along with the dendritic inclusions of manganese and iron typical of Moss Agate

Ancient Egyptians sometimes buried their dead with amulets of Jasper for safe passage into the afterlife

Considered a stone of transformation and evolution

but those varieties are transparent

Ruby (Natural) 3mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch featured_02262026 fluorophlogopiteRuby is a precious gemstone known for its deep red color. It is a variety of the mineral corundum, the second hardest mineral next to diamond . The presence of chromium is what gives a ruby its red color. Trace amounts of iron can also affect the hue, giving some rubies a slightly brownish or purplish tint. Ruby has long been considered one of the most beautiful and valuable gemstones on the planet. At times in ancient history, Ruby was valued more