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~ Malawi blue agate cab ~

Offered here is an absolutely scrumptious cabochon of Malawi blue agate, also known as blue chalcedony, from Africa. The price of rough material this nice has skyrocketed in recent years, but I'd buy it anyway, if only I could FIND any worthwhile! Most of the Turkish stuff doesn't hold a candle to the Malawi material, in my opinion. This stone features lovely translucent blue coloration, along with some subtle bands, and a faint fortification framing the core of the agate. The highly polished shape causes light to bounce around beautifully in this stone, and at certain angles, it does appear to have some adularescence. It's almost opalescent, and certainly very gemmy! Like a lot of blue agates, this stone tends to be moody, appearing even more intense and deeper in color when viewed in low lighting. It has a high rounded dome of 6+mm, a whimsical designer shape, and a brilliant glassy polish both front and back.

Size: 34x20mm
Weight: approximately 35 carats

Price: SOLD See current gemstones for sale

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Malawi blue agate

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