Ametrine 3x7-6x12mm Chip - 15-16 Inch Chinese Turquoise Cabochon The ancient Egyptians carved amulets

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

and this phenomenon is thought to be due to impurities of yttrium or organic matter within the crystal lattice

also known as Rainbow Jasper

and rutile

Jade has been known and treasured for more than 6

Ametrine 3x7-6x12mm Chip - 15-16 Inch Chinese Turquoise Cabochon The ancient Egyptians carved amuletsAmetrine is quartz that occurs in bands of purple and yellow. As the name suggests, it is a combination of Amethyst and Citrine. The different colored zones in the stone result from different oxidation states of iron, due to exposure to different temperatures during its formation. It is believed that Ametrine was first introduced to Europe by a conquistadors gift from Bolivia to the Spanish Queen.