African Turquoise 1x2mm Square Rondelle - 15-16 Inch featured_07162026 These Dakota Stones "DZI" style

These Dakota Stones "DZI" style agate beads are made to resemble beads first found in India between 1000 and 2000 BCE

This stone is a combination of two very similar materials: Azurite is a deep blue mineral produced by weathered copper ore deposits

who used it extensively in their jewelry

The hematite inclusions are responsible for the stone’s color

or merlinite

African Turquoise 1x2mm Square Rondelle - 15-16 Inch featured_07162026 These Dakota Stones "DZI" styleAfrican Turquoise is not actually Turquoise, but rather a speckled teal Jasper found in Africa and often treated to simulate the beautiful blue to green associated with true Turquoise. It contains inclusions such as copper and iron, creating veins and mottling that ranges in color from rust to black. Considered a stone of transformation and evolution, it is believed to awaken those who carry it to their highest spiritual purpose.