It is believed that Ametrine was first introduced to Europe by a conquistador’s gift from Bolivia to the Spanish Queen
With the possible exception of the horizon meeting the bright blue sky on a perfect summer day
as well as red or brown either from oxidation or Hematite inclusions
peach or light red and may also include colorless Quartz
and forms around pieces of sand or other irritations within such a mollusc’s shell to create pearls
Dark Red Labradorite 4x6mm Faceted Rondelle AA Grade - 15-16 Inch 29x46-60x80mm It is believed that AmetrineLabradorite is remarkable for the way its aggregate layers refract light, creating iridescent flashes of blue, gold, pale green or copper red. This effect is known as labradorescence, taking its name from the stone. Labradorite is usually gray to green, dark gray, light gray or black. It was discovered in Labrador, Canada in 1770 and named for the area, though it is referenced as a highly revered stone in much older Inuit tribal legends.