Hematite Pyrite Plated 2mm Cube - 15-16 Inch destash-8-inch-55 Natural Agate is a variety

Natural Agate is a variety of banded Chalcedony

all organic parts are replaced by minerals

It is a rare occurrence to find gem-grade hackmanite

Usually occurring in a deep red color

It is usually found within coarse grained rocks and contains calcium

Hematite Pyrite Plated 2mm Cube - 15-16 Inch destash-8-inch-55 Natural Agate is a varietyHematite 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 to gray or silver to 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.