Prehnite
Nature's quiet miracle — AMARA's Prehnite Ring showcases one of gemology's most enchanting and underappreciated stones. This pale green to yellow-green mineral, first described from specimens found in South Africa in the 18th century, was the first mineral to be named after a person — Colonel Hendrik von Prehn, a Dutch mineralogist who brought it to Europe from the Cape Colony.
Prehnite is a truly African gemstone by birth and character. Its translucent, watery green color evokes the dry savanna after the first rains — fresh, hopeful, alive with possibility. Collectors prize it for its exceptional clarity and its rare, calming beauty that stands apart from more familiar stones.
AMARA's Prehnite Ring is a conversation piece and a collector's treasure — connecting you to both the natural world and the rich scientific history of the African continent.
- Genuine natural prehnite
- 18K gold-plated 925 sterling silver band
- Ring sizes US 5–10 (customizable upon request)
- First discovered in South Africa — a true African gem