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Gemstone Cabochons
Chi to Chy
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This stone is a limestone matrix with andalusite crystals. The crystals resemble
the symbols of Chinese writing which is how the stone was given it’s name. It
is found in California in the Sierra Nevada foothills. It is often confused
with Chrysanthemum stone which comes from China and has much the same structure.
Chrysanthemum stone differs in the crystals form larger shapes resembling the
flower for which they are named.
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Item 2026
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Item 2027
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Item 1598 |

Item 1766 |
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Chrysocolla Cabochons
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Chrysocolla
is an attractive blue green unique in the mineral world. The beauty of this
gemstone is further enhanced by the intricate swirling patterns it contains.
Chrysocolla forms in oxidation zones of copper rich ore bodies. In it's pure
form Chrysocolla is soft and fragile. However, Chrysocolla which has been "agatized"
in chalcedony quartz is more durable and easily polished. It is a copper
bearing mineral found wherever copper deposits occur. Notable deposits are found
in Africa, Chile, England, and the U.S.
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Item 2038
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Item 1843
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Item 1690 |
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Chrysoprase Cabochons
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Chrysoprase is a rare valuable variety chalcedony or quartz. It’s green color
comes from the traces of nickel. It was used by the ancient Greeks, Romans and
Egyptians to make seals, signets and jewelry. The green color can vary from
pale green, apple green and rich green. Generally opaque with better quality
stones being translucent, however translucent chrysoprase is very rare.
Found in Australia, Brazil, the Ural Mountains, and the U.S.
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Item 1905
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Item 1853
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Item 1854
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Item 1761
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