Cubic Zirconia (CZ) 2x3mm Faceted Rondelle Orange & Blue Banded - 15-16 Inch Chevron Amethyst ” which translates to “stone

” which translates to “stone of many colors

It occurs in hues of lilac to purple with inclusions of mottled gray

or "Chicken Bone Jade" when an opaque white to a cream or light brown

” Due to this variety of colors

and was prized in ancient times for the ultramarine dye derived from it

Cubic Zirconia (CZ) 2x3mm Faceted Rondelle Orange & Blue Banded - 15-16 Inch Chevron Amethyst ” which translates to “stoneCubic Zirconia, abbreviated as CZ, is a lab made form of zirconium dioxide. Made to resemble Diamonds, these stones offer the same beauty and sparkle as the famous gemstone but at a lower price point. Available in a wide array of colors, Cubic Zirconia can be truly colorless, any color of the rainbow, or even multi colored. The design options are absolutely endless with these beautiful beads.