Gemstones

Product Type: Ruby - 7 Piece Lot
Approx Weight (per lot): 7.4tcw
Size: 5.7x5 - 6.7x5.3mm 
Shape: Oval Cut B Grade
Color: Red 
Clarity:  Included (Natural carbon)
Origin: Madagascar

Small, dark dots, lines, or patches in Rubies are caused by microscopic amounts of carbon trapped in the ruby’s crystal lattice as it formed deep underground.  They can be surface or internal and occur naturally during crystallization when the ruby encounters pockets of carbon-bearing material or gases.  A few small carbon spots may add character and not significantly affect value, but large or numerous spots can reduce transparency and clarity.  This is an affordable ruby parcel for designers and hobby jewelers.

Product Type: Tourmaline
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.2ct 
Size: 11.5x4mm 
Shape: Baguette Cut
Color: Green Blue 
Clarity:  Clean
Origin:  Africa

Product Type: Tanzanite - 3 Piece Lot
Approx Weight (per lot): 0.48tcw
Size: 2.7mm - 4.3mm
Shape:  Trilliant Cut (or Trillion Cut)
Color: purple and pale green
Clarity: SI (Slightly Included)
Origin: Tanzania

Tanzanite is renowned for its intense blue and violet colors, but can also be golden, green, lilac and peacock (blue and green). The sole source of tanzanite is the Merelani Hills in northern Tanzania. Discovered in the 1960s, tanzanite is considered rarer than diamonds due to its single-source origin. The mines in Tanzania are exhaustible, adding to the gemstone's allure.

With a hardness of 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale, tanzanite is relatively soft compared to some other gemstones. As a result, it requires gentle care to prevent scratches or damage.

Tanzanite is believed to aide with spiritual awareness, insight, and communication. Some attribute it with calming energies and the ability to enhance psychic abilities.

Product Type: Opal 
Approx Weight (per lot):  1.7ct
Size:  3.0mm
Shape:  Round Cut
Color: Red 
Clarity: VSI (Very Slightly Included)
Origin:  Mexico

Product Type: Star Lemon Quartz (Untreated)
Approx Weight (per piece): 108.5ct (21.7gr)
Size:  34.4x21.5x19.8mm
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Color:  Lemon Yellow
Clarity:  VSI (Very Slightly Included) - 4 Rays
Origin:  Brazil

Product Type: Spessartite Garnet - 6 Piece Lot
Approx Weight (per lot): 1.91cw
Size: 3.8mm
Shape:  Round Cut
Color: Golden Orange
Clarity:  Included
Origin: Tanzania
Treatment: None

Product Type: Iolite 
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.01ct
Size: 10x6.7mm
Shape: Pear Shape Cut
Color: Blue Purple
Clarity:  Included
Origin: India 
Treatment:  None

Product Type: Star Sapphire
Approx Weight (per piece): 1.6ct 
Size: 8x6mm 
Shape: Pear Shape Cabochon
Color: Royal Blue
Clarity:  Opaque Sharp 6 Rays Star
Origin:  Thailand
Treatment:  Diffusion*

*This gemstone was heated and surface diffused to improve its appearance.  This is a routine and safe treatment that is accepted worldwide.

Product Type: Unakite - 11 Piece Lot
Approx Weight (per lot): 22.1ct 
Size: 8.7x6.7 - 9.2x7.1mm 
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Color: Green with Mottled Red
Clarity: Opaque
Origin: Russia

Unakite typically exhibits a mix of pink to salmon-colored feldspar, green epidote, and clear to milky quartz. The colors are often mottled or speckled, creating a unique and earthy appearance. Unakite is named after the Unaka Mountains in North Carolina, USA, where it was first discovered.

Unakite has a hardness ranging from 6 to 7 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for use in jewelry. However, care should be taken to avoid harsh chemicals and extreme temperatures.

Unakite is associated with emotional healing, balance, and patience. It is believed to help release deep-seated emotions and promote a sense of tranquility and well-being.

Product Type: Sky Blue Topaz  
Approx Weight (per lot): 7.0tcw 
Size: 7.7x5.7 - 8x6mm  
Shape: Oval Cut  
Color: Sky Blue  
Clarity:  Included
Origin:  Africa