With a hardness of 8.5, chrysoberyl is very hard, tough, and durable. It takes an excellent polish and is suitable for any kind of jewelry.
Identification | |
Type: | Natural |
Species: | Chrysoberyl |
Variety: | Chrysoberyl |
Origin: | Tunduru, Ruvuma, Ruvuma Region, Tanzania |
Hardness: | 8.5 |
Density: | 3.75 |
RI-1: | 1.741 |
RI-2: | 1.76 |
Enhancements | |
Variety of work: | Faceted |
Designation: | A (Not currently known to be enhanced) |
Color | |
Color light source: | Cool daylight |
Color description: | gY*3/3 (light greenish yellow) |
Phenomena: | Pleochroism Strong (60%-64%) |
Clarity | |
Clarity type: | Eye clean (Type I) |
Transparency: | Transparent |
Cut | |
Shape: | Oval |
Cut style: | Step |
Symmetry: | Good |
Brilliance: | Very good |
Polish: | Exceptional |
Size | |
Width: | 6.50 mm |
Length: | 9.20 mm |
Depth: | 4.70 mm |
Weight: | 2.47 cts |