Amazonite - Page 1

Beautiful and blue-green as the river its named after, Amazonite is a favorite substitute for the more expensive Aquamarine. Amazonite can also be found in colors ranging from gray to dull yellow. The ancient Egyptians called this stone the "Stone Of Courage." It is also called "Amazonstone", and "Microcline" in the geologic community. Beadaholique.com carries this soothing stone in a variety of shapes including Rounds, Cubes, and Chips.