Axinite

Item Description

Axinite is typically considered collector's stone. This is a fantastic "clove" color gem with a "Freeform" cut. Axinite rarely forms in crystals that are gemmy or thick enough for faceting. It is indeed a very rare gem considering that rough is extremely difficult to find not to mention that the area (the Dodo mine in Russia) which produced this material is now essentially closed and there is no other source for these crystals in the world. To find a gem over 1 carat is very impressive, so this stone would not necessarily be considered small by Axininte standards. It is difficult to find this material in clean stones, so inclusions are accepted by most collectors and dealers. This stone is has very very slight inclusions, but shows good trichroism as it does a slight change color when rotated in different directions. Axinite is actually hard enough that it can be worn in jewelry, though it is a bit brittle.