Sodalite is named for its sodium content and may be classified as a feldspathoid
It occurs in bright turquoise blues and darker blues as well as rust reds
Ancient Egyptians believed Red Jasper to be connected to the fertilizing blood of Mother Isis
†the Sinhalese word for “mixed color precious stone
Black Eye Agate is a variety of Sardonyx which has a Sard base
Labradorite Natural 6mm Round Matte A Grade - 15-16 Inch A Sodalite is named for itsLabradorite is remarkable for the way its aggregate layers refract light, creating iridescent flashes of blue, gold, pale green or copper red. This effect is known as labradorescence, taking its name from the stone. Labradorite is usually gray to green, dark gray, light gray or black. It was discovered in Labrador, Canada in 1770 and named for the area, though it is referenced as a highly revered stone in much older Inuit tribal legends.