Moss Agate Leaf The word ruby comes from

The word ruby comes from the Latin word "ruber"

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Its name is derived from the Greek phrase pyrites lithos translating to the stone which strikes fire

This fist had thick scales with conical teeth

Moss Agate Leaf The word ruby comes fromThese cute little carvings are sure to fill that special place in your collection. A leaf made of moss agate. It's perfect! Size: ~ 2 in Weight: 1 2 oz Moss Agate is not a true agate and it does not contain actual moss. It is a silicon dioxide that contains metal impurities that create the moss like effect within the stone. This unique patterning means that no two pieces will ever be the exact same. In Great Britain during the 18th century, Moss Agate