SIZE: 13x18mm (approx.)
DRILLED: head to tail
STONE: Red Aventurine (Natural)
SHAPE: Beetle, Scarab
PACKAGE: 1 Piece (2 beads)

 RED AVENTURINE: is a translucent to opaque variety of Quartz. It contains small inclusions of shiny minerals which give the stone a sparkling effect known as 'aventurescence'. Aventurine ranges in color from green, peach, brown, blue and a creamy green. The name Aventurine comes from the Italian "a ventura," which means "by chance".  Red Aventurine is said to enhance creativity and the ability to see possibilities. It's believed to bring prosperity and lessen negativity.