Mixed Dark Lepidocrocite 8mm Large Hole Faceted Round - 8 Inch R0918 leafy patterns

leafy patterns

The ancient Egyptians carved amulets of Jasper to be buried with their deceased to ensure safe passage to the afterlife

and is sometimes used in crystal healing for its believed energetic properties

made up of of smaller crystals

this gemstone in its polished state looks like what it would be like to capture smoke in a stone -- bottomless black mixed with white wisps

Mixed Dark Lepidocrocite 8mm Large Hole Faceted Round - 8 Inch R0918 leafy patternsAn iron oxide hydroxide mineral, Lepidocrocite forms when iron containing substances rust underwater. It is commonly found in the weathering of primary iron minerals and in iron ore deposits, and can be red to reddish brown. When skillfully cut and polished, those substances add a delicate accent to the otherwise clear gemstone.