Description
- Approximate beads per strand: 38
- What is it: Pietersite is a variety of quartz, combined with Tiger's Eye, Hawk's Eye, and Jasper.
- History: Pietersite was discovered in Africa in 1962 by Sid Pieters. He discovered this stone while he was looking for farm land in Namibia, Africa.
- Metaphysical Properties: Pietersite promotes the activation of chakras, as well as the third eye. Because its swirling colors resemble a storm, pietersite is known as the "tempest stone."
- Because gemstones are natural materials, appearances may vary from bead to bead
Additional Information
Dimensions: |
10mm |
Sold: |
By the strand |
Material: |
Pietersite |
Finish: |
Polished |
Approx. Strand Length: |
15.5 inches |
Hole Size: |
1mm |
Shape: |
Round |
Color: |
Brown |
Range: |
10-11.9mm |
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