5" Natural Rough Ruby In Zoisite And Hornblende Crystal Mineral Specimen Anyolite

Location: Mundarara Mine, Longido District, Arusha Region, Tanzania Weight: 1 Pound 1.1 Ounces  Dimensions: 5 Inches Long, 2.3 Inches Wide, 2.2 Inches Thick The item pictured is the one you will receive. Ruby in Zoisite is a naturally occurring mineral aggregate, a rock composed of more than one mineral, specifically characterized by the presence of both ruby and zoisite, often with an additional component of black hornblende. This unique combination results in a striking visual appearance, making it a popular material for ornamental and lapidary purposes. The name itself, "ruby in zoisite," is descriptive of its composition, highlighting the two primary minerals that define it  Ruby: A red variety of the mineral corundum. Its characteristic red color is due to the presence of chromium impurities within its crystal lattice. In ruby in zoisite, the ruby typically appears as opaque to translucent, often dark red to reddish-brown crystals, sometimes exhibiting hexagonal outlines. These