Gemstones

Product Type:  Russian Diopside
Approx Weight (per piece):  0.5ct
Size:  6x4mm
Shape:  Oval Cut
Color: Green
Clarity: VSI (Very Slightly Included)
Origin: Russia
Treatment: None

Russian diopside refers to a variety of the mineral diopside that is known for its vivid green color and is primarily sourced from mines in Russia. The green color is due to the presence of chromium and, in some cases, vanadium.  Diopside has a hardness of 5.5 to 6 on the Mohs scale, which makes it relatively soft compared to other gemstones. Care should be taken to avoid scratches.

Product Type: Spinel
Approx Weight (per piece): 0.46ct
Size: 4.0mm
Shape: Round Cut
Color:  Red
Clarity:  VSI (Very Slightly Included)
Origin:  Tanzania

Spinel comes in a variety of colors, ranging from vivid reds and pinks to blues, purples, oranges, and even black.  It is a durable gemstone with a hardness of 8 on the Mohs scale making it suitable for everyday wear in jewelry.

Spinels are believed to enhance energy, promote vitality, and offer protection. Some also associate spinel with love and compassion. 

Product Type: Chrysoberyl Cats Eye
Approx Weight (per piece): 2.2ct
Size: 7.5x6mm
Shape: Oval Cabochon
Color:  Fine Green Sharp Cats Eye
Clarity:  Top crystal
Origin:  Madagascar

The distinctive "cat's eye" effect in this Chrysoberyl is caused by the reflection of light off parallel needle-like inclusions within the crystal. When the gem is cut en cabochon, a concentrated, bright band of light appears to move across the surface as the stone is rotated.

Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl comes in various colors, with green, yellow, and golden-brown being common. The most valuable specimens often exhibit a honey or honey-green color.  It is a durable gemstone, scoring 8.5 on the Mohs scale of hardness, making it suitable for various types of jewelry.

Significant sources of Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl include Sri Lanka, Brazil, India, Myanmar, and Madagascar. Sri Lankan stones, in particular, are renowned for their exceptional cat's eye effects.

Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl is believed to possess metaphysical properties associated with protection, intuition, and good fortune. Some traditions consider it a talisman for enhancing insight and awareness.

Treatment:

• Cat's Eye Chrysoberyl is typically untreated. The chatoyancy is a natural occurrence caused by inclusions within the crystal.

Product Type: Rubellite
Approx Weight (per piece): 5.3ct
Size: 12x10mm
Shape: Checkerboard Oval Cut
Color: Pink
Clarity: SI (Slightly Included)
Origin:  Madagascar

Rubellite is a variety of tourmaline, a mineral group known for its diverse range of colors. Rubellite specifically refers to tourmaline gemstones that display vibrant pink to red hues. The color is attributed to manganese and lithium impurities in the crystal structure.  Rubellite has a complex crystal structure, and its hardness ranges from 7 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale, making it suitable for various jewelry applications.  

Rubellite can range from transparent to opaque. Inclusions and internal features, known as "silk," may be present, affecting its transparency.  Like other tourmalines, rubellite exhibits pleochroism, meaning it can display different colors when viewed from different angles. This optical phenomenon adds to its visual interest.

Important sources of rubellite include Brazil, Afghanistan, Madagascar, Nigeria, and the United States.

Rubellite is believed to carry energies of love and passion. It is associated with the heart chakra and is thought to promote emotional healing and balance.

Product Type: Tanzanite - 10 Piece Lot
Approx Weight (per lot): 1.7tcw
Size: 3.4-3.5mm
Shape: Trilliant Cut (or Trillion Cut)
Color: purple and pale green
Clarity: SI
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: Sky Blue Topaz  
Approx Weight (per piece): 3.0ct  
Size: 10x8mm  
Shape: Oval Cut  
Color: Fine Sky Blue  
Clarity:  Clean
Origin:  Africa

Note:  This listing is for 1 stone.

Treatment: None

Product Type: Rutilated Quartz  
Approx Weight (per piece): 17.7ct  
Size: 18mm  
Shape:  Trilliant Cut  
Color: Clear White with Golden Needles  
Clarity: Transparent  
Origin: Brazil  

Rutilated Quartz is a beautiful variety of Quartz that contains needle-like inclusions of the mineral Rutile. These golden, coppery, or silver-colored needle inclusions create unique patterns within the Quartz.

Rutilated Quartz is thought to amplify energy, enhance clarity and intuition, facilitate spiritual connection, provide protection, and promote healing and manifestation.