African Turquoise 10mm Round AAA Grade - 15-16 Inch Drop Pendant Delicate veining

Delicate veining

It is a very soft stone typically found near copper deposits

and as such is a particularly soft stone

and handcrafted character to finished designs

African Turquoise 10mm Round AAA Grade - 15-16 Inch Drop Pendant Delicate veiningAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue to green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.