Star Garnet Back to Collection Liquidation Auctions - end Feb 25 - Part II

• Starting Time:2/18/2010 06:45:00 PM(CST)
• Ending Time:2/25/2010 06:45:00 PM(CST)

• Time Left:Auction Is Closed

• Size:6.31 ct
• Size Description:10.00 mm

Description:The famous quote from John Sinkankas was "gems are minerals after all". In our continued efforts to promote the importance of gemstones for ALL collectors, we want to give mineral collectors a chance at a rare cut stone that complements a choice mineral specimen from a classic locality. Some of the finest mineral collections in the world are accompanied by gemstones that either complete a "rough and cut" set for certain specimens, or simply show the beauty of particular species when they are faceted. We are offering this stone as an opportunity for collectors to expand their horizons and purchase gemstones that would supplement crystallized specimens in their collections. I think it is important for collectors to know that faceted stones can expand one''s interests in minerals and can add a certain reverence to the hobby of collecting minerals. Garnets are often seen in cut stones and sometimes in cabochons, but the "4-rayed Star" effect that is seen in this material is not very common. This "Round Cabochon" cut stone has a very deep reddish-purple color and is somewhat translucent, and honestly, you need to put in under a strong light for the "star" to show up, but it is a unique gem, and you don''t see these very often on the market. Valued at $473.25 retail.