Zoisite

Zoisite

Also known as Ruby in Zoisite. This crystaline material comes from Africa, Norway, and Washington State, USA. The greenish material has splots of fuschia (the ruby part). It is named after the naturalist, Sigmund Zois. There are several varieties depending on source of origin.

Click here for more information, and an image of a very unlikely piece of zoisite that you might find.