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Unusual Moonstone, Madagascar

Unusual Moonstone, Madagascar

Date de cette photo : 1 mai 2008 - 20:11
Envoyé par : Alain Truong
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Gemmes & Gemmologie

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Paraiba Tourmaline, Alto Ligonha, near Nampula, Mozambique
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Typically seen cut en cabochon, it is rare to see moonstone in faceted form. The present rectangular cut-cornered stone, notable for its outstanding clarity, has a very pretty slightly yellowish hue. The well-cut stepped pavilion and crown facets add an extra measure of brilliance to the stone.
Weighing approximately 42.73 carats and measuring 25.5 x 17.0 x 14.0mm