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Howlite
aka White Jasper, White Turquoise, Albino Turquoise
This calcium silicoborate is naturally white, often with a dark gray or black spider-web matrix. Because it is so soft and porous it is easily dyed into rich hues to imitate pricier gemstones. Howlite is commonly dyed to imitate turquoise and lapis lazuli. This stone should be kept away from acids, solvents, rough handling and prolonged exposure to strong light.

Howlite is named after mineralogist Henry How, who first discovered the gemstone in Nova Scotia during the 19^th century. North America is the world's primary source of howlite.


Howlite and Hematite	Howlite fan necklace

#IM013PCH Necklace-Earrings-Bracelet $45.00 18 inch necklace with Sterling Silver Clasp and 3 coil memory wire bracelet (Natural white howlite and turquois dyed howlite)