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Cat's Eye Pink Scapolite
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Cat's Eye Pink Scapolite
Afghanistan
Scapolite, coming from the Greek word for "shaft", is commonly found in stubby to long prismatic crystals, hence the derivation of its name. It forms in metamorphic rocks from the alteration of plagioclase feldspars. Not well known among the general public as a gemstone it is, nonetheless, a desirable stone for collectors. Its luster is superb and, with a Mohs hardness of 6.5, it would be of sufficient durability to be mounted as a pendant. The present, large oval cabochon of well-saturated pink scapolite, has a high dome with polished sides. It was cut en cabochon specifically to reveal the excellent quality of its cat's eye effect. Weighing approximately 53.40 carats and measuring 21.77 x 19.08 x 16.57mm
Scapolite, coming from the Greek word for "shaft", is commonly found in stubby to long prismatic crystals, hence the derivation of its name. It forms in metamorphic rocks from the alteration of plagioclase feldspars. Not well known among the general public as a gemstone it is, nonetheless, a desirable stone for collectors. Its luster is superb and, with a Mohs hardness of 6.5, it would be of sufficient durability to be mounted as a pendant. The present, large oval cabochon of well-saturated pink scapolite, has a high dome with polished sides. It was cut en cabochon specifically to reveal the excellent quality of its cat's eye effect. Weighing approximately 53.40 carats and measuring 21.77 x 19.08 x 16.57mm