Pendant, Lapis in 14 kt Yellow Gold Back to GEMSTONE CONSIGNMENT & $100 RESERVE PREMIUM GEM AUCTION - Ends February 2nd

• Starting Time:1/26/2012 07:00:00 PM(CST)
• Ending Time:2/2/2012 07:00:00 PM(CST)

• Time Left:Auction Is Closed

• Size:1 ct (approx weight of stone)
• Size Description:11 mm x 5.5 mm (pendant)

Description:The source of the world's finest Lapis Lazuli in the world comes from one of the oldest mines in the world. The mine at Sar-e-Sang has been operation for approximately 7000 years, and has produced thousands of tons of Lapis over the years. Lapis itself is actually a rock which is composed of a few species i.e., Lazurite, Hauyne and Sodalite, plus streaks of Calcite and Pyrite. The most highly sought after Lapis is the material that shows a soild navy blue color without any streaks of white Calcite and only tiny specs of Pyrite showing. The "Oval Cabochon" stone in this 14kt Yellow Gold pendant is a great example of a rich, saturated gem of this well known material. It has a very rich navy blue color that is consistent throughout. Please note that this piece comes as is, without a chain.