Apatite (Neon)

Item Description

First off, let me say that this is one of the most phenomenal colors in the gem world. It is very difficult to photograph as it has a very rich electric blue color. It is a very good size stone from a lesser known locality in Brazil. In my opinion, these are the BEST blue color Apatite gems that I have seen from anywhere in the world. Please note that this stone has been heat treated to ehance the color, and this is a perfectly accepted practice for this material. This little "sparkler" is one of the most attractive and rare colors for Apatite that I know of. This stone is very slightly included with a "Pear" cut. The retail value on this gem is $100 per carat.