Details
Staurolite (Chiastolite) Oval 13x18mm Gemstone Beads (~22pce Strand) - 40cm /16'" Strand.
A special property of staurolite is that it often occurs twinned in a characteristic cross-shapes, called penetration twinning. Staurolite gets its name from the Greek word, stauros for cross and lithos for stone in reference to the common twinning.
A special property of staurolite is that it often occurs twinned in a characteristic cross-shapes, called penetration twinning. Staurolite gets its name from the Greek word, stauros for cross and lithos for stone in reference to the common twinning.
Additional Information
Stone Type | Natural |
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Common gemstone enhancement and likelihood | None |
Origin | USA |
Shape | Oval |
Size | 13x18 |
Mohs scale ratings (hardness) | 7 - 7.5 |