Description

This is a beautiful polished carved specimen of Ruby Zoisite Anyolite. Measures 4.25″ x 4″ x 1.25″ (108mm x 102mm x 32mm). Weighs 12.6ozs. (361 grams). Polished one side.

This is the actual specimen being sold.

Ruby-zoisite is the natural combination of both ruby and zoisite crystals in a single specimen. It is also known as ‘anyolite’, a name derived from the Masai word for ‘green’ (anyoli). Other name variations include “ruby-in-zoisite” and “Tanganyika artstone”. Ruby-zoisite was discovered at the Longido mining district in northeast Tanzania by Tom Blevins, an English prospector. To this day, Tanzania remains the only source for ruby-zoisite. Blevins had initially thought that he had found vast ruby deposits in 1949, but it later turned out to be a green zoisite matrix with large inclusions of mostly opaque ruby. Ruby-zoisite is also heavily included with black hornblende minerals.

Depending on its primary constituents, ruby-in-zoisite can vary tremendously in color, pattern and hardness. Zoisite provides an earthy green color, while ruby inclusions give it pink and red highlights. Zoisite’s hardness ranges from 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, whereas ruby has a hardness of 9. Although ruby-zoisite is not fine ruby, it eventually found a purpose in carvings and cabochons.

Metaphysical Properties:

Ruby in Zoisite instills joy, spontaneity, laughter and courage, bringing passion and a zest for life.

It is an energy amplification stone that can energize the entire field of one’s body. It is used to support and encourage psychic ability and empowerment, as well as altered states of consciousness. Ruby in Zoisite stimulates both the Crown and Heart Chakras.

Ruby in Zoisite is said to increase sexual activity, improving impotency and increasing a desire for a healthy sex life. In physical healing it is thought to be beneficial for heart disorders, and physical vitality.