Larimar 5x8mm Rondelle with Matrix - 15-16 Inch R1851 Jaspers are considered elemental earth

Jaspers are considered elemental earth stones

Jade has been used for tens of thousands of years

prized throughout history for its beautiful colors and patterns

whose color often caused ancient jewelers to confuse it with Emerald

Larimar 5x8mm Rondelle with Matrix - 15-16 Inch R1851 Jaspers are considered elemental earthLarimar is a translucent blue, turquoise and white stone that can have streaks and patterns of white, as well as red or brown either from oxidation or Hematite inclusions. It is a rare variety of Pectolite, found only in the Dominican Republic. Copper within the Pectolite creates the beautiful blue and turquoise colors in the stone. The blue colors are photosensitive and may fade when exposed to excessive light or heat.