Rhodolite Back to CONSIGMENT and COLLECTION AUCTIONS - Ends July 29th

• Starting Time:7/22/2010 06:45:00 PM(CDT)
• Ending Time:7/29/2010 06:45:00 PM(CDT)

• Time Left:Auction Is Closed

• Size:3.58 ct
• Size Description:10.64 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. Rhodolite Garnets are some of the most vivid and beautiful gems in the Garnet family. These stones are beloved for their great color and large size stones. The Rhodolites from Tanzania are amazingly attractive, and are fast becoming very popular among collectors and dealers, as this material is not very common. This gem has a strong purplish red color face up, and is nearly eye clean. The cut on this stone is a "Heart" cut. It is a superb, good size stone from what is proving to be one of the premier localities in the world for the material. Do not miss out on this beauty. Valued at $250.60 retail.