Ruby (Heated) 3mm Faceted Round - 15-16 InchRuby 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

Like other forms of jasper it is a power

inclusions of Goethite or Hematite refract the light between the layers of the crystal

Shungite is a black

Through this process

it was discovered in 2007 and has only been found in Canada

micro-crimps and for adding an extra squeeze to your crimps

The colors in this stone can range from pistachio to moss green with areas of pink

and include the Archaean granite-greenstone complex and Proterozoic sequences

Blue Chalcedony is reputed to help with communication

dark blue-grey or green copper slag that formed during ancient copper smelting in Germany

Trace amounts of iron can also affect the hue

pale blue to green and crimson