Rhodonite 8mm Round With Matrix - Large Hole Beads Dendritic Yellow Opal Moroccan Agate occurs in striking

Moroccan Agate occurs in striking colors of red

and the material has not been treated with dye

is often mistaken for turquoise due to its rich blues and blue to greens

Blue Sodalite is sometimes referred to as “poor man’s lapis” because of its similar color and much lower cost

Rhodonite 8mm Round With Matrix - Large Hole Beads Dendritic Yellow Opal Moroccan Agate occurs in strikingRhodonite, whose name is derived from the Greek word for Rose, rhodon, is known for its pink, red and magenta hues. A Manganese inosilicate (or chain silicate), Rhodonite belongs to the Pyroxenoid group of minerals. It was originally found in the Ural mountains of Russia, where it was observed that the stone was often carried by eagles to their nests. This earned it the Russian name orletz or Eagle Stone.