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1.38 Ct. Bi Color Andalusite from Brazil
This loose stone ships by Nov 7
Item ID: | K32903 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 7.31 Width: 5.62 Height: 5.01 |
Weight: | 1.38 Ct. |
Color: help | Bi Color |
Color intensity: help | Medium |
Clarity: help | Eye Clean |
Shape: help | Oval |
Cut: | Mixed Brilliant Cut |
Cutting style: | Faceted |
Enhancements: help | No Enhancement |
Origin: help | Brazil |
Per carat price: help | $144 |
This 1.38 carat transparent oval shape bi color andalusite carries the quiet weight of earth and time, a stone that speaks of volcanic heat and slow cooling, of waters and minerals converging over millennia to form a gem of rare character. From its origin in the rich terrains of Brazil this andalusite was extracted with care, the rough crystal preserved by miners who understand that the value of a gem is measured not only in its color and cut, but in the story it brings from the ground. Measured at 7.31 x 5.62 x 5.01 mm, this gem reveals its heritage in every facet, its mixed brilliant cut balancing fire and brilliance while honoring the stone's innate bi color personality. Its medium color intensity and lively transparency allow light to play across warm olive and honey tones, a subtle pleochroism that rewards close inspection, and an eye clean clarity evaluated at eye level confirms a purity that is increasingly rare in natural gems.
The journey from mine to market is a tradition carried forward by skilled hands, and this andalusite was guided through that lineage with precision. After the careful extraction in Brazil the rough crystal was studied to reveal the best orientation for cutting, a decision that would determine how the stone would present its shifting hues. In our lapidary studio the cutter selected a mixed brilliant faceting scheme to enhance both the table reflections and the pavilion depth, crafting proportions that respect the gem's size and 1.38 carat weight. Each facet received an excellent polish, a final minute by minute labor that transforms raw mineral into a reflective jewel, and no enhancements were applied, preserving the stone in its natural, unaltered state. The result is a gem that offers durability of style and a timeless presence suitable for heirloom jewelry.
At The Natural Gemstone Company we cherish the continuity between earth and wearer, and we present this oval bi color andalusite as a piece to begin a legacy. It sits comfortably on the finger or in a pendant, a compact and expressive token of nature's patience, and its well considered dimensions make it versatile for bespoke settings. For collectors and connoisseurs who value provenance, natural character, and classic craftsmanship, this andalusite delivers a historic narrative that will endure through generations.
