Rose Quartz 2x4mm Heishi - 15-16 InchRose Quartz is a silicon dioxide crystal and one of the most common varieties of the Quartz family. It is a translucent to transparent stone with a soft pale pink to rose red hue, thought to be derived from trace amounts of titanium, iron or manganese impurities within the stone. Considered by ancient Egyptians and Romans to have powers of beautification and wrinkle protection, Rose Quartz facial masks have been recovered from Egyptian tombs.

The color of Smoky Quartz is due to natural irradiation and traces of aluminum within the cryst

It often also occurs with colors of rust

depositing copper and other elements that gradually develop into turquoise

Peridot is one of few stones that occurs naturally in only one color

Emerald and Heliodore -- and is often cut to highlight its chatoyant qualities

Calcite is a rock-forming mineral that is extremely common and found throughout the world in sedimentary

Biotite is a name used for a large group of black mica minerals that are commonly found in igneous and metamorphic rocks

It is believed to encourage emotional harmony and strengthen relationships

Bead Scoop

These inclusions range broadly in type and color and produce patterns that can look like gardens

The caliper-like device can measure up to 3

These inclusions are chromite