8.53 ct. Idaho Feldspar - The Gem Trader Rare Gems

8.53 ct. Idaho Feldspar


  • Color: Medium Slightly Greenish-Yellow

  • Clarity: Eye Clean

  • Origin: Madagascar

  • Cut: Cushion Brilliant

  • Treatments: None

  • Measurements: 13.9 x 12.4 mm

Almost certainly of the Orthoclase variety, this is a substantial faceted gem for an Idaho Feldspar. The state is rather unsung for its gem deposits, but quite a few species can be found there. This is an old collection piece cut decades ago - unfortunately there was not a more specific locality. Still, a scarce and lovely example of a larger, flawless US gem.

$28 / carat - $238 total