Topaz Back to CONSIGMENT and COLLECTION AUCTIONS - Ends July 1st

• Starting Time:6/24/2010 06:45:00 PM(CDT)
• Ending Time:7/1/2010 06:45:00 PM(CDT)

• Time Left:Auction Is Closed

• Size:8.04 ct
• Size Description:12.06 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. Topaz is found in many environments, on virtually every continent in the world. These stones occur is a wide range of colors as well. This stone is a beautiful very pale sherry colored gem, with an attractive and lively "Quantum Hexagon" cut. The stone is virtually eye clean and the unique cutting make it very attractive. Please note that sometimes these gems can fade with exposure to sunlight, keep this in mind when bidding. A very good sized stone of this material that just sparkles in the light. For the $100 starting bid, I think this is a very worthwhile and eye-catching stone for a gem collection or a piece of jewelry. Enjoy.