Pietersite 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch GREEN Terra Agate and much of the black

and much of the black Onyx on the market has been artificially colored

it is a gemstone of general healing abilities and is considered to specifically aid kidney and skin related disorders and diseases

Authentic DZI beads were used in ancient times in India

which may form green stains or specks on Azurite crystals or aggregates

Pietersite 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch GREEN Terra Agate and much of the blackPietersite 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.