Variscite -
Utah
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Variscite
cab
7/31 - 01 - So.. I was going to window up some nuggets and this
little baby popped out. So I finished it and here it is for
sale to you. Aren't you lucky? ;) This High Domed little
baby is light green, has amazing spider webs, an awesome
luster and is simply outstanding and you will love it. AAA+
32 x 23 x 6.3 mm - 31 carat - $49.00
SOLD
Beautiful
Green Variscite from Utah
Variscite is only found in Utah, Nevada,
Arkansas, Bolivia, and Austria. It is formed by the infiltration of
phosphatic waters into aluminous-rich rock, usually feldspar-rich igneous
rocks. Variscite bears a wonderful resemblance to turquoise in texture and
opacity, but is a more beautiful green color rather than blue and
blue-green. The color ranges from light green to deep emerald greens often
with excellent patterns. The luster on the rough fracture surface is matte
and has a hardness of about 4 to 5. Variscite cuts and polishes just like
turquoise; in my opinion better. I received a good deal on this material and am passing on the
savings to you. This material is very rare and the land it is on is owned by
the railroad and not open to the public. I also just happen to know that it
is pretty well dig out, so the value on this highly desirable stone is going
to go up and up. Get it while you can. I hope you enjoy
it.
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