Rhyolite 12mm Coin 8-Inch Lodalite typically of brown or black

typically of brown or black

and was prized in ancient times for the ultramarine dye derived from it

Originally discovered in the 1940’s and not introduced commercially until 1978

These colors swirl throughout the stone in fascinating matrices of color

Rhyolite 12mm Coin 8-Inch Lodalite typically of brown or blackRhyolite is a volcanic, igneous rock with high silica content. Its name is taken from the Greek word rhyax, meaning a stream of lava. It is chemically identical to Granite, although sometimes mistaken for Jasper. The stone's mossy greens, browns and grays are reminiscent of a rainforest. Metaphysically, Rhyolite is said to light the fire of creativity within the soul and help with self realization.