Hematite Copper Plated 4mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Petrified deep-blue copper mineral produced by

deep-blue copper mineral produced by weathering of copper ore deposits

brown and tan with some beads or inclusions of rust and rose

red and gray in swirling circular patterns

revered by ancient civilizations as a sacred stone of protection

pale green or copper red

Hematite Copper Plated 4mm Faceted Rondelle - 15-16 Inch Petrified deep-blue copper mineral produced byHematite is an iron oxide and one of the few gemstones with a metallic luster. When tumbled it can have the look of polished steel. Hematite is black to steel gray or silver gray, as well as brown to reddish brown or red in color. Its name is derived from the Greek word for blood, haima, owing to its red appearance when sliced thinly or powdered.