Aeschynite (very rare)

Nuristan, Afghanistan
Gems, 0.24 ct, 3.40 mm
Start Time: 03/29/2012 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 04/05/2012 7:00:00 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

Aeschynite is a rare earth mineral that rarely forms in crystals large enough for facetting. This stone is most likely Aeschynite-(Y) because it is the most common of the Aeschynite species out there. This "Round" cut stone isn't gem quality, but it is a unique gem from Afghanistan. The stone is essentially black, but I doubt very highly that most collectors have even seen a cut stone of this material, let alone have one in their collections. This is a super rare gem and would make a perfect fit in any rare stone collection!

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