Our Swedish Blue & Viking Stone Collection features two distinctive materials associated with Scandinavian history and landscapes. Their striking colors and unusual patterns make them fascinating examples of how natural geology and human history can intersect.

Swedish Blue, often sold as Swedish Blue Slag, is a historic glassy byproduct of iron smelting in Sweden. Its swirling shades of blue formed as molten industrial material cooled and solidified, making it a man-made material rather than a naturally occurring gemstone. Viking Stone is a trade name that can refer to different materials, so its geological composition and origin depend on the specific stone being sold under that name.

Ben carefully selects, cuts, shapes, and polishes each piece to highlight its distinctive colors and patterns. Set in handcrafted jewelry, these materials connect Scandinavian heritage, historical craftsmanship, and the art of lapidary work.