Purple (Dyed) Agate 14mm Round Bead - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Apatite It should be cleaned with

It should be cleaned with a damp cloth and avoided from getting wet

it was feared for centuries as a bad luck stone

and is sometimes referred to as “Matara Diamond” after the City in Sri Lanka near where the stone is mined

and a valuable version

Ruby has long been considered one of the most beautiful and valuable gemstones on the planet

Purple (Dyed) Agate 14mm Round Bead - 15-16 Inch Stone Type_Apatite It should be cleaned withAgate is a common, often banded, variety of chalcedony quartz that forms within volcanic rock cavities, featuring a Mohs hardness of 7. Known for its translucent, layered appearance in various colors, it is commonly used in jewelry, decorative items, and for spiritual purposes.