8.50 GM AAA TIFFANY STONE, BERTRANDITE, OPALIZED FLUORITE CABOCHON

Tiffany Stone is a rare and unusual "opalized" (agatized) mineraloid that formed in mineralized nodules called "beryllium nodules."

Tiffany Stone is composed of varying combinations of minerals such as bertrandite (beryllium silicate), beryl, calcite, chalcedony, cobalt, dolomite, fluorite, manganese oxide, rhodonite, quartz and zinc. The purple color that characterizes Tiffany Stone was created by fluorine gases, while the distinct black-colored veins were caused by manganese oxide; all of which were sealed within the sedimentary layers, becoming opalized over time.

The rareness of Tiffany Stone comes from the fact that to date, the only location it has been found is at the Brush Wellman beryllium mine in the Topaz-Spor Mountains of Juab County's Sevier Desert, in western Utah. Beryllium (Be) is a light-weight, high-strength yet brittle alkaline earth metal which is used in structural materials for aircraft, missiles, communication satellites and space vehicles. Adding to the scarcity is the fact that the extraction process for beryllium involved crushing large quantities of material which yield only 1 to 2 percent of the concentrated ore. This remote mine is now closed to the public.    

This handmade cabochon is unique, high-quality piece, carefully crafted to highlight the natural beauty of each stone. With a smooth, polished surface, this is perfect for creating elegant and exclusive jewelry. This cabochon is a work of artisanal craftsmanship, showcasing the unique texture, color, and patterns of the stone, ensuring a durable and top-quality piece.

This AAA Tiffany Stone CABOCHON  is 8.50 GM and  is 1 1/4" X 1" X 1/4".  

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