Hematite Pyrite Plated 2mm Corner Cut Cube - 15-16 Inch october_tourmaline The fibrous asbestos inclusions in

The fibrous asbestos inclusions in the stone give it the flash that inspired its name

With a built-in stainless-steel needle

red and white -- as well as for its opacity and patterns

red to violet

Hematite Pyrite Plated 2mm Corner Cut Cube - 15-16 Inch october_tourmaline The fibrous asbestos inclusions inHematite 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.