Rhodonite Large Hole Faceted 8mm Round - 8-inch (Natural) Diopside is a calcium and

Diopside is a calcium and magnesium silicate mineral

Blue Sodalite is sometimes referred to as “poor man’s lapis” because of its similar color and much lower cost

which occurs in many colors

the mineral was named for French paleontologist Eugene Durmortier (1803-1873)

it is believed to bestow strength

Rhodonite Large Hole Faceted 8mm Round - 8-inch (Natural) Diopside is a calcium andRhodonite, whose name is derived from the Greek word for Rose, rhodon, is known for its pink, red and magenta hues. A Manganese inosilicate (or chain silicate), Rhodonite belongs to the Pyroxenoid group of minerals. It was originally found in the Ural mountains of Russia, where it was observed that the stone was often carried by eagles to their nests. This earned it the Russian name orletz or Eagle Stone.