African Turquoise Stabilized 6mm Tear Drop Faceted - 15-16 Inch 20210826 orange and rust are due

orange and rust are due to traces of hematite within the stone

An orthoproxene mineral

often called the "Super Seven" or "Melody Stone" contains Amethyst

To create Cherry Quartz

is a calcium aluminium hydroxy sorosilicate belonging to the epidote group of minerals

African Turquoise Stabilized 6mm Tear Drop Faceted - 15-16 Inch 20210826 orange and rust are dueAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue to 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.