1.26 ct. Pakistani Lazulite
Color: Dark Blue-Green
Clarity: Eye Clean
Origin: Pakistan
Cut: Oval Mixed
Treatments: None
Measurements: 7.6 x 5.9 mm
A fascinating gem example of this unique variety of gem Lazulite. The remarkable pleochroism is wonderful - some of these are mixes of greens and golden yellows while others, like this example, mix the deep green with an almost teal blue hue. And indeed, this is pleochroism - the color moves with the angle of light and it is not just a case of color-zoning. From this find, most of the stones are small, included or very poorly cut - the last two of these precluding the opportunity to see these wonderful colors at their best. A darkish tone, but completely clean and rare in this size.