Hydrogrossular Garnet 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch PANTONE Fall but those varieties are transparent

but those varieties are transparent

second only to diamond

These Dakota Stones "DZI" style agate beads are made to resemble beads first found in India between 1000 and 2000 BCE

At times in ancient history

Azurite in crystal form is extremely rare and expensive

Hydrogrossular Garnet 8mm Round - 15-16 Inch PANTONE Fall but those varieties are transparentHydrogrossular garnet is an especially rare gemstone. It's defined by a bright green color, and most commonly found with black inclusions. These inclusions are chromite, and the green color is caused by a reaction in the stone when the chrome is introduced to water. The green coloring has likened the stone of jadeite in the past, and because its hardness has made the stone perfect for beads and cabochons.