Weight – 9.16 oz’s – 259.7 gm’s
Dimensions – 4.778″ x 2.039″ tall/wide (12.137 x 5.180 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Tanzania
USD $39.00
SKU: P5263
This specimen is Ruby Zoisite, it features the lovely complimentary colors of green and red and sparkles a bit when observed in the light! Carved and Polished into a self standing teardrop shape. A white background photo has been included to help better gauge the color.
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Weight – 9.16 oz’s – 259.7 gm’s
Dimensions – 4.778″ x 2.039″ tall/wide (12.137 x 5.180 cm’s)
Country of Origin – Tanzania
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Ruby in Zoisite is a naturally occurring combination stone where vivid Ruby crystals are embedded within green Zoisite matrix. This striking pairing unites the fiery vitality of Ruby with the grounding, growth-oriented energy of Zoisite, creating a powerful yet balanced mineral ally.
This material is most famously sourced from Tanzania, where it was first identified in the mid-20th century. The natural contrast between the deep red Ruby and earthy green Zoisite makes this stone visually captivating and energetically distinctive.
Ruby in Zoisite is valued both as a collector mineral and as a working crystal, appreciated for its ability to integrate high energy with stability and purpose.
Ruby in Zoisite forms when Corundum (Ruby) crystallizes within Zoisite-rich metamorphic rock. The Ruby appears as embedded crystals or nodules rather than free-standing terminations.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Mineral Components | Corundum (Ruby) in Zoisite |
| Chemical Formula | Al₂O₃ (Ruby) + Ca₂Al₃(SiO₄)(Si₂O₇)O(OH) (Zoisite) |
| Crystal System | Trigonal (Ruby), Orthorhombic (Zoisite) |
| Hardness (Mohs Scale) | 9 (Ruby), 6–6.5 (Zoisite) |
| Luster | Vitreous (Ruby), dull to vitreous (Zoisite) |
| Transparency | Opaque to translucent |
| Typical Form | Massive matrix with embedded crystals |
This combination stone represents a natural integration of intensity and grounding, rather than amplification alone.
⚠️ Handling:
Durable enough for regular handling, though sharp Ruby edges should be protected from impact.
🧼 Cleaning:
Water-safe for brief rinsing. Avoid salt water and prolonged soaking. Dry thoroughly.
☀️ Light:
Generally light-stable.
📦 Storage & Display:
Store separately from softer stones. Excellent for meditation spaces, bedside placement, or daily energetic support.