Larimar 6-12mm Graduated Rondelle with Matrix - 15-16 Inch R1261 Prehnite is translucent to transparent

Prehnite is translucent to transparent

The Peruvian material has a lighter tone of Pink than deposits found in other parts of North and South America

but also for industrial purposes from watch gears and scientific instruments to sandpaper and other abrasives

as well as gray and white inclusions in marbled patterns

Larimar 6-12mm Graduated Rondelle with Matrix - 15-16 Inch R1261 Prehnite is translucent to transparentLarimar is a translucent blue, turquoise and white stone that can have streaks and patterns of white, as well as red or brown either from oxidation or Hematite inclusions. It is a rare variety of Pectolite, found only in the Dominican Republic. Copper within the Pectolite creates the beautiful blue and turquoise colors in the stone. The blue colors are photosensitive and may fade when exposed to excessive light or heat.