Ruby Zoisite 13mm Faceted Clover - 15-16 Inch Shape_Double Heart Andalusite was first discovered in

Andalusite was first discovered in the Andalusia region of Spain

and can be red to reddish brown

then brought to the surface by volcanoes and earthquakes

This stone is relatively soft

and used it to create amulets to be buried with the deceased

Ruby Zoisite 13mm Faceted Clover - 15-16 Inch Shape_Double Heart Andalusite was first discovered inRuby Zoisite occurs naturally when small Ruby crystals become embedded within Zoisite. The Ruby inclusions in this stone are pink to reddish purple to dark purple, while the Zoisite is light to medium green. Ruby has long been considered one of the most beautiful and valuable gemstones on the planet. It is also one of the hardest, second only to Diamond. At times in ancient history, Ruby was valued more highly than any other gem, including Diamond.