Turquoise #290 | Number 8 Opal Zircon ranks 6 to 7

Zircon ranks 6 to 7

though we suggest to avoid putting natural pieces in an ultrasonic cleaner as some stones can be brittle

Zircon possesses two unique gemological qualities most gems do not: it has a high birefringence

Green demantoid garnet requires the most care

Turquoise #290 | Number 8 Opal Zircon ranks 6 to 7The Stone: Turquoise natural unstabilized The Weight: 11. 90 carats The Origin: Number 8 Mine, Nevada The Cut: Oval Cabochon Cut stone measurements: 21. 5mm x 15. 09mm x 6. 18mm About Turquoise: What once was regarded a common byproduct of copper mining is now realized to be a rather scarce gem. Typically found in or near copper mines around the world, turquoise from each locality differs in color, quality, character, and rarity. Certain mines are