Approximate average count is roughly 17 pieces per 1lb The term 'Apache Tears' originated in the 1870s during the height of the American Indian War. There was a fierce battle between the US Cavalry and about 75 warriors from the Apache Tribe. This battle took place atop a mountain overlooking present day Superior, Arizona. The Apache became outnumbered, and the US Cavalry was closing in with haste. The tribesmen chose to take fate into their own hands, and rode their horses off of the cliff to their deaths, rather than being killed by their enemy. When family members heard this tragic news, they began to weep endlessly. These endless tears were believed to have been turned into obsidian, which we now refer to as Apache Tears. APACHE TEARS support, grounding, deflect undesirable energies, emotional trauma ***Please note*** Due to Mother Nature, the product(s) you purchase will vary in color, shape, and size.