Hematite Dark Gold Plated 4mm "Football" Shape 15-16 Inch Gold It has been treasured for

It has been treasured for its beauty throughout history and used extensively for adornment in jewelry as well as works of art

Its name is derived from the Greek word for blood

It is made up of Calcite or Calcium Carbonate

When tumbled it can have the look of polished steel

Hematite Dark Gold Plated 4mm "Football" Shape 15-16 Inch Gold It has been treasured forHematite is an iron oxide and one of the few gemstones with a metallic luster. When tumbled it can have the look of polished steel. Hematite is black to steel gray or silver gray, as well as brown to reddish brown or red in color. Its name is derived from the Greek word for blood, haima, owing to its red appearance when sliced thinly or powdered.