Rectangle Yellow Scapolite 3.48ct

Weight : 3.48ct

Shape : Rectangle with cut sides

Dimensions (mm) : 11.74x8.19x4.64

Yellow color . More straw yellow in real life compared to the photos where the yellow is more golden, dark...

Clarity : Clean under x10 magnifying glass.

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 : Scapolite is an unusual stone in gem quality. It is often found opaque in cabochon with a cat's eye effect.

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

Scapolite is an essential in any stone collection

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

Price per carat : €28.73