Gemstone Pendants, Natural, Ruby in Zoisite, Platinum Plated, Brass, Oval, 30mm

This Fine-quality Natural, Ruby in Zoisite, Oval, Gemstone Pendant is set in a backless Platinum Plated Brass Setting for easily adding this highly sought-after gemstone to jewelry designs.

Zoisite is a mineral that includes several gem varieties. One form contains an opaque form of ruby (ruby in Zoisite). The ruby in Zoisite (or Ruby Zoisite) variety has also been called Anyolite, derived from (Anyoli), the Masai tribal word for "green."

The green form of Zoisite usually includes black veins or inclusions of hornblende. That rich green color, with its red inclusions of ruby.

Zoisite is a stone of return: return to the self, return to one's center, return to relaxation, return to healthy norms, etc.

The creative energy of Zoisite is believed to serve as a reset button, returning the mind back to its objectives after an unwelcome interruption. With ruby in Zoisite, artists' lives and their art become one. That's the kind of focused, creative empowerment Zoisite is said to give.

When creativity seems to have curled up and died inside you or other things keep pulling you away from the work you love, wearing Zoisite can work like a mantra, gently calling you back to what you really want to be doing.

Zoisite is affiliated with the astrological sign Gemini, although it is not a formal birthstone. Ruby in Zoisite (Anyolite) is assigned to the crown chakra, as it is believed to promote individuality while retaining connectiveness.

Ruby in Zoisite is an easy-to-cleave stone; it will sheer into pieces along very crisp and clear boundaries, much like splitting a dry piece of wood. This also makes ruby in Zoisite vulnerable to impact. Even though it is a relatively hard gemstone material, ruby in Zoisite shouldn't be exposed to high heat, sharp cold, sudden temperature changes or direct light. Avoid steam and ultrasonic cleaners--plain soapy water and a soft cotton cloth are your best bet.

**Please note that all metaphysical or healing properties listed are collected from various sources. This information is offered as a service and not meant to treat medical conditions. Beaded Creations does not guarantee the validity of any of these statements.

• Mohs Hardness: 6 to 6-1/2
• Length: 36mm
• Width: 21mm
• Bail: 6mm x 4mm
• Thickness: 10mm - 11mm
• Material: Natural Ruby in Zoisite, Brass
• Metal Color: Platinum
• Origin: South Arica
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