African Turquoise 12mm Square 8-Inch Pimpleback Shell In lower grades it can

In lower grades it can be transparent to opaque and is commonly light blue

this semi-precious variety of quartz is found in many locations around the world

Tourmaline has often been confused with other stones

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African Turquoise 12mm Square 8-Inch Pimpleback Shell In lower grades it canAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.