African Turquoise 8mm Faceted Rondelle 8-Inch Stone Type_Petrified in Karelia

in Karelia

First described in 1881

All wood beads on DakotaStones

a variety of Jasper containing variably colored spherical patterns

occasionally mingled with rust-brown

African Turquoise 8mm Faceted Rondelle 8-Inch Stone Type_Petrified in KareliaAfrican 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.