{"title":"Gemstones","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"1-12-ct-pear-shaped-natural-ceylon-blue-sapphire","title":"1.12 ct Pear Shaped Natural Ceylon Blue Sapphire","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis lovely 1.12 carat natural sapphire has a bright blue colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSapphire is the traditional September birthstone, as well as the 5th (blue), 7th (yellow), 10th (blue), 45th, 65th (star), 70th and 75th wedding anniversary stone. Yes, really, all of those.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1.12 carat\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePear Shaped\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBright cornflower blue\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVVS1\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e7.1 mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.1 mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3.8 mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eCeylon (Sri Lanka)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eHeat\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Sapphire:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eCorundum\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eChemical composition:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAluminium Oxide\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeposits found in:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eSri Lanka, Burma, Madagascar, Tanzania, Thailand (Chantaburi \u0026amp; Kanchanaburi), USA (Montana), Brazil, Cambodia, China, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Vietnam, Zimbabwe and Australia.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKnown colours:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eVarious tones of blue, colourless, pink, orange, yellow, green, purple, black\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSapphire takes its name from the Greek word for ‘blue’ and historically this name has been applied to any blue stone regardless of its actual chemical composition. It was only in the 1800’s, when corundum was identified as a species that the word\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esapphire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ecame to refer, initially, to the blue variety, and\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eruby\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eto the red. Today the word\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esapphire\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eis used to describe any corundum which does not fall in the red colour range, which is reserved for\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eruby,\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003ebut only the blue variety is referred to simply as\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esapphire.\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003eAll other colour variants are qualified with their colour before the word\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003esapphire.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCorundum can be very successfully grown in the laboratory, and at a fraction of the price, therefore care should be taken to avoid misleading marketing practices. The material has various industrial applications, but a large amount of stones are produced each year specifically for the jewellery industry. Laboratory grown corundum is chemically identical to natural corundum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e(BLUE) SAPPHIRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCorundum in which the colouring agents iron and titanium are present, produces a blue colour of varying tones. The inclusion of vanadium can produce violet tones. Currently some of the most prominent mines for high quality sapphire are in Sri Lanka (historically known as Ceylon), and Madagascar. The most desirable colour is a pure royal or cornflower blue. Historically the highest quality sapphires were mined in Kashmir, India, but that deposit is said to be depleted.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePADPARADSCHA SAPPHIRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePadparadscha sapphire is a colour variety of corundum with a pinkish-orange hue. It takes its name from its resemblance to the colour of the lotus flower, and is one of the most expensive sapphire varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eYELLOW \u0026amp; ORANGE SAPPHIRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis colour variety ranges from pale to deep yellow or orange, and the colour is produced by iron and vanadium in varying concentrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePINK SAPPHIRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOne of the more popular colours, the line between what is considered pink sapphire and what is considered ruby is blurry, and very subjective. A dealer or producer will typically categorize a stone as the variant they can expect to get the highest price for. In some cases a low quality ruby will fetch a higher price than a pink sapphire, and in other cases it is the other way around. The colouring agent in pink sapphire is chromium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eGREEN SAPPHIRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLow iron levels produce yellow to green tones in corundum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMost sapphires will exhibit some fluorescence in black light, some of them quite strongly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTREATMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAlways assume that sapphire was heated unless otherwise stated. The practice dates back thousands of years, is ubiquitous in the industry and improves the colour and clarity of most crystals. Since heating is a process that might have occurred under natural conditions, it is not considered a dishonest practice, unless it is undisclosed, but it does leave tell-tale signs that can be identified by a laboratory. Other, more frowned upon but still very common treatments include; fracture filling, lattice diffusion and irradiation. For more information on the process you can watch\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/FUjh2Sb1jIo\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/FUjh2Sb1jIo\"\u003ethis webinar\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ehosted by the GIA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eUntreated stones fetch enormous prices and are usually accompanied by a certificate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cem data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e RM746377\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46482306597157,"sku":"RM746377","price":31240.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM746377-7.jpg?v=1692797500"},{"product_id":"1-06-ct-faceted-round-peacock-tanzanite","title":"1.06 ct Round Faceted Peacock Tanzanite","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely 1.60 carat natural peacock Tanzanite is a beautiful rich purplish-green. Peacock Tanzanite presents different colours when viewed from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is one of the December birthstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.06 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faceted round\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peacock\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: \u003c\/strong\u003e 6.4 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.4 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e No - Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Tanzanite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoisite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eTanzania\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours: \u003c\/strong\u003eSapphire blue, amethyst purple, violet, green (rare), yellow (rare), peacock (rare), brown (rare)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 - 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is usually heat treated to improve the blue and\/or purple tones. Green, brown, yellow and peacock Tanzanite usually do not respond well to the treatment and is very rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is not recommended in rings for everyday wear, but it is possible in a protective setting and if care is taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e RM281524\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47898770702629,"sku":"RM281524","price":9400.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM281524-7.jpg?v=1707235211"},{"product_id":"1-08-ct-round-faceted-peacock-tanzanite","title":"1.08 ct Round Faceted Peacock Tanzanite","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely 1.08 carat natural peacock Tanzanite is both blueish-purple and green all in one stone! Peacock Tanzanite presents different colours when viewed from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is one of the December birthstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.08 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faceted Round\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peacock\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: \u003c\/strong\u003e 6.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.16 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.99 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat treated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e No - Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Tanzanite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoisite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eTanzania\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours: \u003c\/strong\u003eSapphire blue, amethyst purple, violet, green (rare), yellow (rare), peacock (rare), brown (rare)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 - 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is usually heat treated to improve the blue and\/or purple tones. Green, brown, yellow and peacock Tanzanite usually do not respond well to the treatment and is very rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is not recommended in rings for everyday wear, but it is possible in a protective setting and if care is taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code: \u003c\/strong\u003eRM666036\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47898834501925,"sku":"RM666036","price":9580.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM666036.jpg?v=1707236044"},{"product_id":"1-79-ct-round-faceted-peacock-tanzanite","title":"1.79 ct Round Faceted Peacock Tanzanite","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely 1.79 carat natural peacock Tanzanite is both blueish-purple and green all in one stone! Peacock Tanzanite presents different colours when viewed from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is one of the December birthstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.79 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faceted Round\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peacock\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: \u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4.7 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heat treated\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e No - Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Tanzanite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoisite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eTanzania\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours: \u003c\/strong\u003eSapphire blue, amethyst purple, violet, green (rare), yellow (rare), peacock (rare), brown (rare)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 - 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is usually heat treated to improve the blue and\/or purple tones. Green, brown, yellow and peacock Tanzanite usually do not respond well to the treatment and is very rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is not recommended in rings for everyday wear, but it is possible in a protective setting and if care is taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code: \u003c\/strong\u003eRM973197\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47898865500453,"sku":"RM973197","price":15770.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM973197-7.jpg?v=1707236454"},{"product_id":"1-84-ct-round-faceted-purple-green-tanzanite","title":"1.84 ct Round Faceted Peacock Tanzanite","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely 1.84 carat natural peacock Tanzanite is both blueish-purple and green all in one stone! Peacock Tanzanite presents different colours when viewed from different angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is one of the December birthstones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1.84 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e Faceted round\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength: \u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e None\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e No - Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Tanzanite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Zoisite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eTanzania\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours: \u003c\/strong\u003eSapphire blue, amethyst purple, violet, green (rare), yellow (rare), peacock (rare), brown (rare)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 - 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is usually heat treated to improve the blue and\/or purple tones. Green, brown, yellow and peacock Tanzanite usually do not respond well to the treatment and is very rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTanzanite is not recommended in rings for everyday wear, but it is possible in a protective setting and if care is taken.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e RM112197\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47898905477413,"sku":"RM112197","price":16210.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM112192-2.jpg?v=1707236899"},{"product_id":"copy-of-2-14-ct-round-faceted-purple-tanzanite","title":"2.14 ct Round Faceted Bluish-Purple Tanzanite","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis lovely 2.14 carat natural tanzanite has a bluish-purple colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTanzanite is the modern birthstone for the month of December.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 2.14 \u003c\/span\u003ecarat\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Round mixed cut\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Bluish-purple\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eLength:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e7.5 mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 7.5\u003c\/span\u003e mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 5.5\u003c\/span\u003e mm\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eOrigin: \u003c\/strong\u003eTanzania\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Heat treated\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAbout Tanzanite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Zoisite\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDeposits found in:\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eTanzania is currently the only known source of gem quality transparent zoisite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e Sapphire blue, amethyst purple, violet, pink (rare), green (rare), yellow (rare), peacock (rare), brown (rare).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e 6.5 – 7\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRead more about tanzanite \u003ca title=\"Tanzanite\" href=\"https:\/\/www.suritadutoit.com\/pages\/tanzanite\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.suritadutoit.com\/pages\/tanzanite\"\u003ehere\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e RM311259\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47899150876965,"sku":"RM311259","price":25610.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM311259-10.jpg?v=1707239411"},{"product_id":"1-36-ct-octagon-step-cut-pink-brazilian-morganite","title":"1.36 ct Octagon Step Cut Pink Brazilian Morganite","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1.36 carat natural Morganite is a lovely light pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1.36 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFaceted octagon step cut\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePink\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.69 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.60 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.09 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBrazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Morganite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeryl\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAfghanistan, Brazil, China, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe, USA (Utah \u0026amp; California)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMorganite ranges from soft pink to salmon or violet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.5 – 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat treatment can improve the quality of lower grade stones. In Morganite inclusions are uncommon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code: \u003c\/strong\u003eRM331664\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49044622541093,"sku":"RM331664","price":5995.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM331664.jpg?v=1718967435"},{"product_id":"1-60-ct-faceted-pear-shape-pale-pinkish-orange-morganite-matching-set-of-2-stones","title":"1.60 ct Pear Shape Faceted Pale Pinkish-Orange Morganite Matching Set Of 2 Stones","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis set of natural Morganite equals 1.60 carat and has a pale pinkish-orange colour. These stones are colour and size matched and sold as a set, perfect for earrings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* A note on Matched Sets: Due to the fact that these stones were cut by hand, the angle at which they lie flat on the surface during photography is not always the same, which may cause them to reflect the light differently and therefore not look like they were matched. If you are unsure, you are more than welcome to get in touch for additional photographs or videos of the stones, or perhaps to book a viewing in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2 = 1.60 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePear shape\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePale pinkish-orange\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.2 mm each\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.1 mm each\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3.1 mm each\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBrazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Morganite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeryl\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAfghanistan, Brazil, China, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe, USA (Utah \u0026amp; California)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMorganite ranges from soft pink to salmon or violet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.5 – 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat treatment can improve the quality of lower grade stones. In Morganite inclusions are uncommon.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code: \u003c\/strong\u003eRM825622\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49044753219877,"sku":"RM825622","price":7195.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM825622-2.jpg?v=1717401944"},{"product_id":"3-40-ct-round-faceted-peachy-pink-brazilian-morganite","title":"3.40 ct Round Faceted Peachy-Pink Brazilian Morganite","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 3.40 carat natural Morganite is a lovely light pink.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e3.40 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFaceted round\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePeachy-pink\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.3 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.3 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.7 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBrazil\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Morganite:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBeryl\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAfghanistan, Brazil, China, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia, Zimbabwe, USA (Utah \u0026amp; California)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMorganite ranges from soft pink to salmon or violet.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.5 – 8\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeat treatment can improve the quality of lower grade stones. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese natural Peridots have a total weight of 3.04 carat and are a vivid yellow-green colour. 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In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 2.97 carat natural Peridot has an intense green colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the birthstone for August as well as the traditional stone for 16th wedding anniversaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e2.97 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFaceted oval\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIntense green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVVS\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8.05 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.45 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePakistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Peridot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eForsterite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMyanmar, Australia, Brazil, China, Kenya, Mexico, Pakistan, Tanzania, Norway, USA (Arizona), South Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest quality:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMagok (Myanmar), Namya (Myanmar), Pakistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBright green to yellow green, olive green or brownish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.5 – 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot (pronounced peh-ri-doh) forms in the mantle of the planet and is carried to the surface during volcanic eruptions, therefore deposits are often found near volcanoes, extinct or active. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese natural Peridots have a total weight of 4.78 carat and are a vivid yellow-green colour. These stones are colour and size matched and sold as a set, perfect for earrings.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eOne of the stones in this particular pair has a small chip on the girdle, which can be hidden by clever setting. 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If you are unsure, you are more than welcome to get in touch for additional photographs or videos of the stones, or perhaps to book a viewing in person.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the birthstone for August as well as the traditional stone for 16th wedding anniversaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.78 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFaceted round\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVivid yellow-green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUngraded\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8.0 mm each\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8.0 mm each\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e5.4 mm each\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003ePakistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Peridot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e Forsterite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChrysolite, Olivine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burma, Australia, Brazil, China, Kenya, Mexico, Pakistan, Tanzania, Norway, USA (Arizona), South Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest quality: \u003c\/strong\u003eMogok (Burma), Namya (Burma), Pakistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright green to yellow green, olive green or brownish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5 – 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot (pronounced\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003epeh-ri-doh\u003c\/em\u003e) forms in the mantle of the planet and is carried to the surface during volcanic eruptions, therefore deposits are often found near volcanoes, extinct\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eor\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eactive. Large stones of gem quality from these deposits are rare.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot has been actively mined for over 3500 years. The most famous historical mine was located on St. John’s Island (Zabargad) near Egypt, but fell out of use for many centuries and was only rediscovered around 1900. The largest peridot ever cut weighs 319 carat and was found on this island. It is now kept at the Smithsonian Institute in Washington D.C., USA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe extreme temperatures and pressure which occur during meteorite strikes can also produce this stone, though in that form it is generally referred to as olivine, and, except for a few cut gems from a strike in 1749 in Russia, is most commonly not of gem quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn Hawaii you can find the Mahana beach, which is one of three green beaches with sand that is rich in olivine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe best quality peridot stones are produced by\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBurma (Myanmar), particularly the Mogok and Namya mines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePakistan\u003c\/strong\u003e, which produce very clear stones with intense colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code: \u003c\/strong\u003eRM880368\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49045792325925,"sku":"RM880368","price":9630.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM880368.jpg?v=1717408249"},{"product_id":"2-97-ct-oval-faceted-pakistan-peridot-copy","title":"0.285 (4 mm) ct Round Faceted Locally Sourced Natural Peridot","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 77, 54);\"\u003e*Please note all loose gemstones are sold on behalf of a third-party wholesaler and pricing is therefore linked to the US$. Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 4 mm natural Peridot has a light yellow-green colour. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese 5 mm natural Burmese Peridot has a yellow-green colour. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1.60 carat natural peridot has a bright yellow-green colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the birthstone for August as well as the traditional stone for 16th wedding anniversaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1.60 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMixed\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eYellow-green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.3 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMogok, Myanmar (Burma)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Peridot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eForsterite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOther Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eChrysolite, Olivine\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBurma, Australia, Brazil, China, Kenya, Mexico, Pakistan, Tanzania, Norway, USA (Arizona), South Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest quality:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eMogok (Burma), Namya (Burma), Pakistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBright green to yellow green, olive green or brownish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.5 – 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot (pronounced peh-ri-doh) forms in the mantle of the planet and is carried to the surface during volcanic eruptions, therefore deposits are often found near volcanoes, extinct or active. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 1.94 carat natural Peridot has a strong yellow-green colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot is the birthstone for August as well as the traditional stone for 16th wedding anniversaries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e1.94 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eFaceted oval\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eStrong yellow-green\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eClarity:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eIF\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.9 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7.0 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.3 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eUnknown\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBurma (Myanmar)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – Can be certified at an extra charge.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Peridot:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eForsterite\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBurma, Australia, Brazil, China, Kenya, Mexico, Pakistan, Tanzania, Norway, USA (Arizona), South Africa\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest quality:\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003eMagok (Burma), Namya (Burma), Pakistan\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBright green to yellow green, olive green or brownish\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.5 – 7\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePeridot (pronounced peh-ri-doh) forms in the mantle of the planet and is carried to the surface during volcanic eruptions, therefore deposits are often found near volcanoes, extinct or active. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis lovely 0.68 carat natural sapphire has a light blue colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSapphire is the traditional September birthstone, as well as the 5th (blue), 7th (yellow), 10th (blue), 45th, 65th (star), 70th and 75th wedding anniversary stone. 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The colouring agent in pink sapphire is chromium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGREEN SAPPHIRE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLow iron levels produce yellow to green tones in corundum.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost sapphires will exhibit some fluorescence in black light, some of them quite strongly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTREATMENTS\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAlways assume that sapphire was heated unless otherwise stated. The practice dates back thousands of years, is ubiquitous in the industry and improves the colour and clarity of most crystals. Since heating is a process that might have occurred under natural conditions, it is not considered a dishonest practice, unless it is undisclosed, but it does leave tell-tale signs that can be identified by a laboratory. Other, more frowned upon but still very common treatments include; fracture filling, lattice diffusion and irradiation. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. 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Regular price updates are performed in order to accommodate fluctuations in the exchange rate and may be carried out without prior notice. Dispatch on loose gemstones will take place 2 working days after purchase to allow for shipping from the supplier to my studio. I do regular inventory updates with them to ensure accuracy, but since these stones are also offered for sale to other jewellery designers, it may happen that a particular stone is no longer available at the time of purchase. In such a case you will receive the opportunity to change your order or a full refund.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6.34 carat natural Tourmaline is a lovely zoning yellow to pink colour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e6.34 carat\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCut:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eOval\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eColour:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eZoning yellow to pink\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e11.2 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e9.5 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDepth:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e8.8 mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTreatment:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNone\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNigeria\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertificate:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNo – can be certified at an extra charge\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout Tourmaline:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSpecies:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTourmaline (Group Name)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDeposits found in:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eBrazil (Minas Gerais, Paraiba), Afghanistan, Australia, Burma, India, Madagascar, Malawi, Mozambique, Namibia, Nepal, Nigeria, Pakistan, Rwanda, Russia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Sri Lanka, Tanzania, the USA (California, Maine), Zaire, Italy (Elba), and Switzerland (Tessin).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnown colours:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eTourmaline ranges in colour from very dark green, almost black, to pale pink and colourless. The most common colours are green and pink. Tourmaline with a vivid forest green, pink to ruby-red, or teal colour is the most prized.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMohs Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7 – 7.5\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the Sinhalese name turamali, which is thought to mean “stone with mixed colours.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSome tourmaline crystals exhibit colour zoning from one end to the next, in others the colour is zoned from the outer surfaces inward. When these crystals present colour zoning from green outside to pink inside, they are referred to as watermelon tourmaline. Most crystals display at least some colour zoning and therefore it is a popular practice to cut these stones in long shapes in order to display this characteristic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe colour of tourmaline can be improved by heat treatment although gamma-irradiation treatments may fade over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: We take great care to ensure that the photographs are an accurate representation of the actual stone, but due to differences in screen quality and resolution, and the fact that the colour of a gemstone is dependent on the type of light it is viewed in, some variation is possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStock Code:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan\u003eRM797592\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Surita du Toit","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":49055171510565,"sku":"RM797592","price":30320.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0758\/7427\/1525\/files\/RM797592.jpg?v=1717492239"}],"url":"https:\/\/suritadutoit.com\/collections\/gemstones.oembed?page=7","provider":"Surita du Toit","version":"1.0","type":"link"}