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| Artist | Laura Colgan |
| Dimensions | 6.9mm |
| Cut | round |
| Carats | 2.16ct |
| Colour | light peachy pink |
| Clarity | lightly included |
| Treatment | none |
| Origin | Harts Range, Northern Territory Australia |
Similar Gemstones
The great majority of labradorite in the market is cabochoned and displays a sheen called labradorescence. Facet grade labradorite is much less common and presents some challenges. Obtaining a nice polish takes patience. This artistic gem has been given a beautiful cut in a design called Banora by Wilf Ross. The design is similar to a portuguese crown and a standard brilliant pavilion with 2 extra rows of triangular faces beneath the girdle. 120 faces of sparkle!
In the photos this stone shows more golden, however in hand the colour is not orangey. This gem would suit a more gently worn piece such as a pendant where it will not be subjected to knocks.
Natural Zircon has long been used as a diamond simulant due to its bright sparkle and sub-adamantine lustre. This stunning gem certainly has the look of a chocolate diamond. Cut in a modified version of a round brilliant design, this stone displays beautiful spectral colours in the lush brown gem. Flashes of red and orange in the rich body colour remind you of the "sunburnt land" of the NT from which this stone was found.