Rubino stellato, taglio ovale cabochon, 1,05 ct made in italy The proportions of the cut

The proportions of the cut are flattened

is typical of this variety of opal

Good clarity when observed under a 10x lens

Aquamarine rough included under observation with 10x lens

Tourmaline gem variety "Cuprian": this is a particular type of tourmalines that contain Copper and that owe their color to this element

Rubino stellato, taglio ovale cabochon, 1,05 ct made in italy The proportions of the cutThe gem appears opaque. Visible traces of lead glass filling treatment. The purple red color, the medium tone and its saturation compensate for the quality of the original rough. The asterism effect is pleasant and well calibrated. Not precise proportions: the gem develops mainly in length, however this does not compromise its pleasantness.