1.99 ct. Austrian Adularia Moonstone
Color: Colorless
Clarity: Eye Clean
Origin: Ziller Valley, North Tyrol, Tyrol, Austria
Cut: Oval Mixed
Treatments: None
Measurements: 10 x 8.3 mm
A simply gorgeous gem example from one of the classic locales for this variety of Orthoclase. The term itself describes the crystal shape of this variety that is found in Alpine clefts, particularly in this area of Austria. Though specimens have been collected for centuries, faceted stones are actually very scarce, being almost unheard of in the current market. Absolutely clean and very bright, the classic silver adularescense floats across the surface just as you would hope. The orientation is perfect, the gem maximizes both the brilliance of this uncommonly transparent material and the superb flash of the Moonstone. Excellent, fresh cutting and a great polish help this gem tick all the boxes. These are rare locale pieces and this one is simply fantastic.