Howlite is famed for imitating other minerals, such as Turquoise. It is naturally white or grey, but due to the texture of the stone can very easily be dyed a turquoise blue.
It forms in nodules that look like cauliflower heads displaying black veins throughout the gemstone, and although this mineral is not very hard it still has a distinct toughness.
It is said that Howlite can eliminate anger and offensive behaviour. Healers consider it an important gemstone to cleanse auras and purify the blood.
Found in the beautiful tourist destination of Nova Scotia, Canada, this stone is named after its discoverer: the geologist Henry How. Due to its softness, the gem is seldom set into jewellery these days.
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