Faceted Hackmanite
from
Afghanistan
(See below illustrations for details)

 


Gem Material Sodalite Var. "Hackmanite"
Origin Kokscha Valley, Khash & Kuran Wa Munjan Districts, Badakhshan, Afghanistan.
Description

Fine example of the reversible photosensitive variety of Sodalite. A transparent pale lilac example with a few intriguing inclusions. The stone darkens a little upon prolonged exposure to Long Wave Ultraviolet light (LWUV). During exposure it fluoresces a bright pinkish orange and phosphoresces a pale blue colour for a few second once the UV is turned off. Otherwise known as tenebrescence, this phenomenon shows remarkably well in this stone.

Dimensions 10.8mm x 6.2mm x 4.8mm
Carat Weight 1.93 cts.
Price per Carat N/A
Stock Quantity One only
Available Yes
Ref. No. 6CH.006
Price SOLD


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