Black Tourmaline B Dragon Egg Stone which resembles droplets of blood

which resembles droplets of blood on a dragon

These pieces only have one-side polished

Ancient Greeks believed that amethyst prevented the intoxicating effects of alcohol

the name originating from the similarity of the texture of the rock to that of the skin of a snake

Black Tourmaline B Dragon Egg Stone which resembles droplets of bloodBlack Tourmaline, scientifically known as Schorl, can originate from the crystallization of molten rock deep within Earth's crust. It has a hardness of 7 7. 5 on Mohs scale with a trigonal crystal structure. The black color is often due to the presence of iron impurities within the crystal structure. This particular specimen is from Namibia, South Africa. Measuring 1 inch in height, 1. 4 inches in length, and 1 inch in width. Weighing 1. 8 ounces.