Ruby Zoisite - 10 pound

Locality: Tanzania

*Ruby not guaranteed in every piece.

1. Color: A striking combination of green (zoisite), deep pink to red (ruby), and sometimes black inclusions (hornblende).
2. Hardness: 6 - 7 on the Mohs scale; the zoisite portion is softer, while ruby inclusions are harder.
3. Clarity: Opaque to slightly translucent in some ruby sections.
4. Luster: Vitreous (glassy) to slightly silky.
5. Density: Around 3.3 - 3.5 g/cm³, making it denser than many other minerals.
6. Metaphysical Properties: The ruby component encourages passion, motivation, and energy, while zoisite provides grounding and calmness.  Thought to aid in overcoming grief, trauma, and emotional struggles by promoting positivity and strength.

Photos have not been edited or altered, just taken in different daylight conditions to show the variation in color. Pieces are held in hand to help with scale and does not necessarily represent 1 pound. Specific pieces photographed may no longer be available.