metamorphic
Ruby in Zoisite
Anyolite
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, featuring distinct pink to red ruby crystals embedded within a green zoisite and black hornblende matrix.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, featuring distinct pink to red ruby crystals embedded within a green zoisite and black hornblende matrix.
Formation & geological history
Formed through regional metamorphism in hydrothermal environments, typically found in Tanzania where tectonic processes alter mineral compositions.
Uses & applications
Widely used for ornamental carvings, decorative spheres, and lapidary jewelry due to its striking color contrast.
Geological facts
Also known as Anyolite, this distinctive rock was first discovered in the Longido mining district of northern Tanzania in 1954.
Field identification & locations
Easily identified by the vivid red corundum patches contrasting against green zoisite; primarily sourced from East Africa and popular among collectors.
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