Product Overview
Loose Rare Natural Vesuvianite Gemstone!
Rare Vesuvianite that has been custom faceted into a exquisite Pear Cut design with beautiful shades of Green color. 100% Natural! Vesuvianite is named after the location where it was discovered on Mt. Vesuvius, Campania, Italy in 1795. This gem does have a natural characteristics, little birthmarks that nature left, proof it is natural gemstone.
Vesuvianite is also commonly called Idocrase. The name Idocrase is from the Greek words idos and krasis, that means mixed appearance this came about because of Vesuvianite's different crystal shapes. This Vesuvianite is a Perfect gem for a unique jewelry piece such as a ring or a pendant!
Vesuvianite is not only a scarce gem, but transparent specimens that can be faceted are very rare indeed. Durable for jewelry use, 6 to 7 on the Mohs scale for hardness.
Species / Variety: Vesuvianite - Idocrase
Country: Kenya
Color: Green
Carat Weight: .72 Cts
Shape / Cut: Custom Pear Cut
Size: 7 X 5.2 MM Depth: 3.3 MM
Clarity: Good
Treatment: None