Marlborough Chrysoprase DropThis stunning chrysoprase cabochon showcases natures most refreshing hue: a luminous apple green to minty translucence that evokes the first days of spring. A variety of chalcedony (microcrystalline quartz), chrysoprase owes its captivating color to trace amounts of nickel, giving it a soft, glowing depth unlike any other green gemstone. This was acquired from a husband and wife team that was purchased several decades back. Little of this gem material

Unlike the vibrant greens of classic American variscite (such as Utah or Nevada varieties)

This is the Big Mama Jamma

mine owner Glenn Archer has told us that is is mostly depleted with only a few occassional pieces that surface

Larimar is semi translucent in the higher grades and because of this

This natural

one of Oregon’s official state minerals

The smooth

a natural and rare white Variscite

and it's actually related to Gaspeite

meaning don't take them bathing

rounded dome

This cabochon displays a captivating range of rich