African Turquoise 12mm Square 8-Inch Shattuckite8mm orange and yellow colors in

orange and yellow colors in which it occurs

is aptly named for its shades of gold

Its proper name is Artocarpus heterophyllus

translucent stone

African Turquoise 12mm Square 8-Inch Shattuckite8mm orange and yellow colors inAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.