Ruby Zoisite 4mm Round 15-16 Inch Crown commonly known as Limestone

commonly known as Limestone

Naturally occurring in hues of blue-green to green with spots and streaks of red

calcium carbonate and other materials

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Princess Patricia of Connaught

Ruby Zoisite 4mm Round 15-16 Inch Crown commonly known as LimestoneRuby Zoisite occurs naturally when small Ruby crystals become embedded within Zoisite. The Ruby inclusions in this stone are pink to reddish purple to dark purple, while the Zoisite is light to medium green. Ruby has long been considered one of the most beautiful and valuable gemstones on the planet. It is also one of the hardest, second only to Diamond. At times in ancient history, Ruby was valued more highly than any other gem, including Diamond.