Rectangle Yellow Scapolite 2.0ct

Weight : 2.0ct

Shape : Rectangle with cut sides

Dimensions (mm) : 8.28x6.8x4.96

Color : Pale yellow

Clarity : Clean to the eye, a tiny inclusion in one corner under x10 magnifying glass. Very slight surface defects.

Hardness : 5.5-6/10 (Mohs scale). Scapolite has a fairly low hardness. It can still be mounted as jewelry but requires the assistance of an experienced setter. Handle the jewelry with care.

Treatment : None

Origin : Tanzania

Comment : Uncommon stone in gem quality. It is often found opaque in cabochon with a cat's eye effect.

Often confused with citrine because the gemological characteristics of scapolite and quartz (of which citrine is a part) are similar in many respects. They can be differentiated by their optical sign which is negative for scapolite and therefore positive for quartz.

To give you an idea of ​​the size of this scapolite, the box in the photo is 3x3cm

Scapolite is an essential in any stone collection

Price per carat : €25