Bixbite Red Beryl Crystal from Utah .8ct, Red Emerald Gemstone

Bixbite, often referred to on the market as "Red Emerald" is a red variety of Beryl that is extremely rare and gets its coloring from containing Manganese ions. This natural gemstone, from the Wah Wah Mountain in Utah, is in its raw form, exhibiting hexagonal growth and magenta coloring. This specimen measures 7mm by 6mm by 1mm and weighs .8 carats.