Turquoise #180 | Number 8 Zoisite especially when it contains inclusions

especially when it contains inclusions of red ruby

Split-shank style gives a more substantial

what we know for certain is that we cut the rough from a bag with mixed material marked "Nevada" put away between 30 and 40 years ago

2mm band width

The Cut: Natural Nugget

Turquoise #180 | Number 8 Zoisite especially when it contains inclusionsThe Stone: Turquoise natural unstabilized The Weight: 18. 87 carats The Origin: Number 8 Mine, Nevada The Cut: Oval Cabochon Cut stone measurements: 32. 7mm x 12. 6mm x 6. 05mm About Turquoise: What once was regarded a common byproduct of copper mining is now realized to be a rather scarce gem. Typically found in or near copper mines around the world, turquoise from each locality differs in color, quality, character, and rarity. Certain mines are