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Lot 8381
Apatite
4 December 2005, 11:00 PST
Los AngelesSold for US$2,350 inc. premium
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Madagascar
Faceted by AGTA Spectrum Award Winner Mark Kaufman
The name "apatite" comes from the Greek word apate, which means "deceit" because it is easily confused with other minerals. Apatite is softer than many gemstone minerals that look much like apatite, it is actually a calcium fluoride phosphate. An incredible neon blue defines this lovely oval-cut checkerboard faceted stone. In addition to its pleasing color, both the clarity and luster are exceptional for the species. Weighing approximately 26.80 carats and measuring 21.8 x 17.1 x 11.7mm.
Faceted by AGTA Spectrum Award Winner Mark Kaufman
The name "apatite" comes from the Greek word apate, which means "deceit" because it is easily confused with other minerals. Apatite is softer than many gemstone minerals that look much like apatite, it is actually a calcium fluoride phosphate. An incredible neon blue defines this lovely oval-cut checkerboard faceted stone. In addition to its pleasing color, both the clarity and luster are exceptional for the species. Weighing approximately 26.80 carats and measuring 21.8 x 17.1 x 11.7mm.

