Larimar 5x8mm Rondelle with Matrix - 15-16 Inch FEATURE10062022 and the chatoyancy of the

and the chatoyancy of the tiger's eye can make it a very attractive stone on its own

5 billion years ago

from translucent to opaque

white and clear stones are also seen

Citrine is a transparent Quartz

Larimar 5x8mm Rondelle with Matrix - 15-16 Inch FEATURE10062022 and the chatoyancy of theLarimar 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.