Ruby in Zoisite & Sterling Pendant, 1-1/2" Peardrop stone. This unique stone is set in a sterling frame with a scalloped appearance. Dark and elegant, this pendant will attract a admiring eyes.

This colorful stone combines the medium to dark green zoisite with opaque ruby inclusions. It is found in Tanzania and it's general appearance is unmistakable.

The green zoisite is relatively soft, between 5.5 - 6.5 while the ruby inclusions are usually quite hard, 9 on the Mohs scale. This can make the stone difficult to cut because of the differences in hardness and usually diamond tools will be used.