African Turquoise 12mm Coin 8-Inch birthstone_crystal Garnet is used today not

Garnet is used today not only as an ornamental gem

green and brown to the more rare violet and pink

Rocky Butte Jasper is mined in Oregon and may have either dendritic or landscape qualities

The ancient Egyptians carved amulets of Jasper to be buried with their deceased to ensure safe passage to the afterlife

The material comes with variety of tan and crimson matrix colors which create a striking contrast to any color it may be enhanced

African Turquoise 12mm Coin 8-Inch birthstone_crystal Garnet is used today notAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.