Lizardite Pendant

I honestly thought Ben was kidding when he told me the name, but it's real! 

Lizardite – Geological Background

• Formation: Lizardite forms deep within ancient metamorphic rock through serpentinization, a process in which heat, pressure, and chemically active fluids alter pre-existing minerals over long periods of time.

• Mineral Family: It is a member of the serpentine mineral group, which forms when ultramafic rocks in Earth’s crust undergo structural and chemical transformations.

• Color Range: Lizardite is known for its naturally occurring green hues, ranging from pale mint and soft spring green to deeper, richer emerald tones, depending on mineral content and formation conditions.

• Surface & Workability: The stone takes a smooth, attractive polish, making it well suited for lapidary work and jewelry applications.

• Discovery & Use: As geological processes gradually exposed these formations, Lizardite was identified and cataloged by geologists for its color, texture, and stability.

• Lapidary History: Its vibrant coloration and polishability led artisans to incorporate Lizardite into jewelry, carvings, and decorative objects as a representation of Earth’s transformative forces.