Pietersite 4mm Round - 8-Inch Stone Type_Ethiopian Opal also known as Herkimer Diamond

also known as Herkimer Diamond

Von Prehn discovered the stone in South Africa in 1774

Truly appreciate how beautiful and unique these gemstones are before they go through the lapidary process

Many stones in the Russian crown jewels from the 17th century which were thought to be rubies are actually red Tourmaline

Pietersite 4mm Round - 8-Inch Stone Type_Ethiopian Opal also known as Herkimer DiamondPietersite 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.