(+) Stone Properties *Name Charoite *Dimension 52x30x7 mm (2.047x1.181x0.276 inch ) *Weight 85 ct/ 17 g/ 0.599658 oz *Shape Trapezoid *Locality Chara River - Russia *Appearance iridescence Semitransparent *Color Shades of deep lilac to violet - full palette of mauves lavenders and purples with swirls *Mohs Hardness 6 *Source Natural *Treatments None *Drilled YES diameter 2.5/36-3/36 inch *Other Names Tinaksite *We drill all of our beads but NOT any of our CABs Charorite was formed from alteration of limestones by alkali-rich nephline syenite intrusion
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(+) Each step of our Lapidary work is under tight quality control . With the best pattern-color combination possible in mind the initial cut was done by experienced lapidary ... The last-step diamond polishing makes the surface of each bead/cab mirror-like glossy that meet the highest standard possible. Finally only those met all quality requirements are selected.
(+) Pictures are taken under light. Each item is enlarged 3-5 times to display the color and pattern details (some also angled) . Stones with transparent or semi-transparent property display its color mixed with background so we take pictures with both white and black background as your reference. Colors in above description are general. Each stone may come with more or less colors as each picture shown.
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(+) you will receive the same piece as pictured. Our beads/cabs are 100% natural (unless otherwise stated) .We carry over hundred kinds of gems and semi-gems .Some rare beauties come one time only they were made from old-stock rough. We also carry our own artisan carving jewelry like ring - necklace - bracelet. We appreciate your business and comments
