Purple Puka Shell 10-12mm Chip - 15-16 Inch R0151 while its variations in color

while its variations in color are better known by other names: Emerald (green)

The name derives from the recurring chevron or “dog teeth” pattern of the stripes

Diopside is a calcium and magnesium silicate mineral

The shades in this rainbow were blended to pair beautifully with Dakota Stones vast assortment of Turquoise along with some long-time Dakota Stones favorite stone types like Howlite

Purple Puka Shell 10-12mm Chip - 15-16 Inch R0151 while its variations in colorPuka shells are naturally broken, ocean tumbled fragments of cone snail shells, featuring a naturally occurring center hole ("puka" in Hawaiian). Originating from Hawaii and other Pacific beaches, they symbolize good luck, protection for sailors, and a connection to the ocean. Authentic pukas have soft, rounded edges, while replicas are often cut or drilled.