Purple Puka Shell 10-12mm Chip - 15-16 Inch 15-20mm along with the dendritic inclusions

along with the dendritic inclusions of manganese and iron typical of Moss Agate

Usually found near copper deposits

gray and peach

It was originally found in the Ural mountains of Russia

Like other Agates

Purple Puka Shell 10-12mm Chip - 15-16 Inch 15-20mm along with the dendritic inclusionsPuka 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.