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1.03 Ct. Tourmaline from Mozambique
Item ID: | K697 |
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Dimensions (MM): help | Length: 5.87 Width: 5.75 Height: 4.3 |
Weight: | 1.03 Ct. |
Color: help | Multi Color |
Color intensity: help | Very Light |
Clarity: help | Very Slightly Included |
Shape: help | Asscher - Octagon |
Cut: | Asscher |
Enhancements: help | Heat Treated |
Origin: help | Mozambique |
Per carat price: help | $390 |
Millions of years ago, deep within the heart of the earth, pressures and temperatures forged what would become a beautiful gemstone. Nestled among the rich and diverse mineral deposits of Mozambique, this particular gemstone, a multi-color tourmaline, began its journey beneath layers of ancient rock. Over millennia, it developed its unique characteristics, shaped by the geological forces around it. As time passed, seismic movements eventually brought this hidden treasure closer to the surface.
In the warmth of Mozambique's colorful landscape, miners discovered this vibrant tourmaline embedded within the earth. Their careful extraction methods ensured that the gemstone's natural beauty was preserved. The tourmaline was brought to the surface, revealing its mesmerizing multi-color shades that reflected the unique mineral composition and geological history of the region.
Upon discovery, this piece of natural art was examined by gemologists who noted its impressive clarity, very slightly included when assessed at eye level, a sign of its journey through the geological pressures of time. The material was then sent to skilled lapidaries who meticulously planned every cut. Their expertise transformed the rough stone into a beautiful transparent 1.03 carat gem with an asscher - octagon shape, measuring precisely 5.87 x 5.75 x 4.30 mm.
With an asscher cut, renowned for its step facets and high clarity, the tourmaline’s beauty was brought to life. It showcases very light color intensity, dancing subtly in the light as it displays glimpses of the journey it underwent. The excellent polish perfected its surface, ensuring that it captured and reflected light with utmost brilliance.
The gemstone's final form is a testament to not only the forces of nature but also the artful craftsmanship that reveals its inherent beauty. Taken from the heart of Mozambique to studios where tradition meets precision, the tourmaline now awaits to become part of someone's story. It is more than a gemstone; it is a fragment of Earth's ancient past, expertly transformed to capture modern hearts.
