Cacoxenite 4x6mm Rondelle Faceted - 15-16 Inch Turquoise The addition of the rhodium

The addition of the rhodium plating not only protects these from oxidation but also highlights the Widmanstätten pattern

All wood beads on DakotaStones

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

and because its hardness has made the stone perfect for beads and cabochons

Cacoxenite 4x6mm Rondelle Faceted - 15-16 Inch Turquoise The addition of the rhodiumCacoxenite is the trade name for this naturally occurring blend of seven stone types. It was originally named for the visible inclusions of the mineral Cacoxenite. However, this stone, often called the "Super Seven" or "Melody Stone" contains Amethyst, Clear Quartz, Smoky Quartz, Lepidocrosite, Goethite, and Rutile as well.