Pietersite 7x8mm Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch Zoisite so treat it gently

so treat it gently

The name of this particular calcite probably came about because of its distinct ocean blue and tan bands

Turquoise is a naturally soft stone

while the Zoisite is light to medium green

but can also appear silver

Pietersite 7x8mm Faceted Rice Bead - 15-16 Inch Zoisite so treat it gentlyPietersite has been called the Tempest Stone for its colors of deep blue and gray with metallic gold and flashes of brilliant chatoyancy as it catches the light. It also occurs in golden yellows and browns as well as milky white. Pietersite is composed of Tiger Eye, Hawk Eye and Jasper and is believed to discharge negative energies and cleanse the aura.