Just like Bette Davis, Rhodonite is the official gem of Massachusetts. Its name is derived from the Greek work “Rhodon” meaning rose. It was discovered in the 17th century and for several years it was considered the national stone of Russia.
Its uses vary from cameos to beautiful jewellery. Its pink body colour has a vitreous lustre and the gem is distinguished by black veins called dendrites, which form patterns across the main body. Very rarely, transparent Rhodonite is found which is exceedingly fragile and greatly prized by collectors.
As the stone is usually opaque, it is commonly cut as cabochons or into beads. It has also been claimed to have specific therapeutic qualities, promoting relaxation and the soothing of the nervous system. It is said to aid self-worth and imbue confidence in romantic matters.
As well as being discovered in Massachusetts and Russia, the gem has also been found in Sweden and Australia.
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