A beautiful well cut cat's eye. The eye is sharp and centered and overlies the classic milk and honey color that cat's eyes are known for. No blemishes or scratches mark the surface and stone is free of any noticeable inclusions or zoning.
Identification | |
Type: | Natural |
Species: | Chrysoberyl |
Variety: | Cymophane |
Origin: | Tunduru, Ruvuma, Ruvuma Region, Tanzania |
Hardness: | 8.5 |
Density: | 3.75 |
RI-1: | 1.741 |
RI-2: | 1.76 |
Enhancements | |
Variety of work: | Traditional (Cabochon) |
Designation: | A (Not currently known to be enhanced) |
Color | |
Color light source: | Cool daylight |
Color description: | gY*3/2 (light greenish yellow) |
Phenomena: | Cat's eye (Chatoyancy) Chatoyancy Strong (60%-64%) |
Clarity | |
Transparency: | Translucent |
Cut | |
Shape: | Oval |
Cut style: | Polished |
Symmetry: | Good |
Polish: | Good |
Size | |
Width: | 6.40 mm |
Length: | 8.50 mm |
Weight: | 2.53 cts |