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Fossil coral cab ~
Offered here is a cabochon of fossilized coral, from Indonesia. This fascinating material is something they're just not finding much of these days, particularly with rich coloration, and I must say I like it alot. Without enlarging the pics, one can clearly see the stone's unmistakeable one-of-a-kind pattern of flower-like starbursts, hence the name 'flowers of the sea', as it is sometimes known. It is composed of the highly silicated fossil remains of colonial sea coral, many millions of years old! The stone shows a surprising translucence, as illustrated by the backlit photo, and is beautifully gemmy. This cab has a well rounded dome of 6mm, a crisp designer 'spear' shape, and a slick glassy polish both front and back.
Size: 53x23mm
Weight: approximately 53 carats
Price: $49.00
 Fossil Coral
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