Hematite Dark Gold Plated 2mm Faceted Round - 15-16 Inch Obicular It has been treasured for

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

These Dakota Stones "DZI" style agate beads are made to resemble beads first found in India between 1000 and 2000 BCE

though it is referenced as a highly revered stone in much older Inuit tribal legends

apricot and purplish red

Agate has been discovered with artifacts from cultures of the Neolithic Period

Hematite Dark Gold Plated 2mm Faceted Round - 15-16 Inch Obicular It has been treasured forHematite is an iron oxide and one of the few gemstones with a metallic luster. When tumbled it can have the look of polished steel. Hematite is black to steel gray or silver gray, as well as brown to reddish brown or red in color. Its name is derived from the Greek word for blood, haima, owing to its red appearance when sliced thinly or powdered.