Pietersite 4mm Round - 8-Inch Stone Type_Ethiopian Opal also known as Herkimer Diamond

also known as Herkimer Diamond

first known as saualpite

however it does not exhibit the play of color seen in precious Opal

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

Pietersite 4mm Round - 8-Inch Stone Type_Ethiopian Opal also known as Herkimer DiamondPietersite has been called the Tempest Stone for its colors of deep blue and gray with metallic gold and flashes of brilliant chatoyancy as it catches the light. It also occurs in golden yellows and browns as well as milky white. Pietersite is composed of Tiger Eye, Hawk Eye and Jasper and is believed to discharge negative energies and cleanse the aura.