Ruby zoisite was first discovered in 1805 in Austria, when a mineral dealer named Simon Prešer brought it to a scientist for identification

Origin-: The name anyolite derives from the word for “green” in the native language of the Masai tribe.

Colors-: Deep red ruby in green zoisite.

Hardness-: 6.5-9 with an orthorhombic and crystalline crystal structure.

Zodiac Sign-: Aries, Sagittarius.

Occurrence-: 1954 in a few small deposits south of the town of Longino in Tanzania, about 50 miles northwest of Mount Kilimanjaro, Kenya  and Norway.

Metaphysical Properties– :

• Excellent energy amplification stone.
• Use it to energize the entire energy field of your body.
• Realize your own worth and potential.
• Enhance psychic ability.
• Helps to arouse sexual desire and increases fertility.
• Strengthen the immune system and maintain physical vitality.
• Beneficial for heart disorders.
• Believed to be a fertility stone that is effective for both men and women.
• Helps drive away laziness and become more constructive and creative.

Note-: Ruby Zoisite generally does not take a high polish. This is due to the fact that ruby and zoisite have two different hardness ratings.