African Blood Stone 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 2-3mm Prehnite is translucent to transparent

Prehnite is translucent to transparent

It has been mistaken for ruby and sapphire at times

The shell is often found naturally polished with a green or brown spiral on one side and a white "eye" on the other

Beautiful specimens of Precious Opal

uvarovite and andradite

African Blood Stone 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 2-3mm Prehnite is translucent to transparentBloodstone most commonly refers to green Jasper with red inclusions consisting of Hematite. Naturally occuring in hues of blue to green to green with spots and streaks of red, Bloodstone was known in antiquity as Heliotrope, the Sun Stone. It has been treasured for its beauty throughout history and used extensively for adornment in jewelry as well as works of art.