Whimsical

  Rutilite features in this pendant with a squiggle of 9kt gold and natural garnet in a pear shape for a high light
Rutilite is an ancient stone. The Romans believed that it came from the hair of the goddess Venus. It is, therefore, understandable that it has a connection with love and marriage. Some believe that the stone is lucky for those who wish to preserve their marriage.

In truth, rutilite is really made up of titanium, dioxide, and iron. That might help to account for its color, which is typically reddish-brown or deep red to nearly black. The gem ranges from transparent to translucent to opaque and often boasts a silky luster. Sometimes, it contains enough metallic specks to even give it an unusual sparkle and sheen. Rutilite was originally discovered in Africa. It continues to be mined there as well as in Brazil and the United States. Although, the stone is hard, ranking about an eight on the Mohs scale of hardness, it is very rare; only gem collectors or jewellry collectors that specialize in unusual, one-of-a-kind jewelry pieces generally possess it.  

This piece can be purchased  by contacting myself or Dyoligy in Traralgon .