Amethyst 6mm Round - Large Hole Beads 8-12mm Its inclusions of golden tones

Its inclusions of golden tones to rust to red are due to traces of hematite embedded in the stone

Black Spinel not only has the dark color

a hydrous copper silicate

Silica-rich waters create hardened deposits that preserve coral skeletons

Amethyst 6mm Round - Large Hole Beads 8-12mm Its inclusions of golden tonesAmethyst is a beautiful purple stone, known as a Gem of Fire by ancient cultures. It has been greatly sought after throughout history and was at times valued as highly as Diamond. Today, this semi to precious variety of quartz is found in many locations around the world. The presence of Manganese within the stone produces the purple hue, and variation of the amount of iron in the stone creates a color range from reddish purple to deep violet to light