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Description
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Nipomo marcasite cab ~
Offered here is a large cabochon of rare Nipomo marcasite in agate, from that famous location in central California. The area where this great old material was once harvested is no longer accessible, so it has become quite difficult to come by these days, particularly in this above-average calibre. It features a background of lemon chiffon and bright yellow agate, with a few small bluish pools here and there, and the rest is composed of shiny metallic 'chromed islands' of bright marcasite. The 'islands' are plumes, actually, with oodles of gleam! Nipomo marcasite is a challenging material to photograph, because it's brilliantly reflective, like a mirror; the stone in hand is nicer than my camera and I were able to illustrate. The cab has a nicely rounded dome of 5.5mm, a sleek, powerful shape, and a brilliant polish both front and back.
Size: 63x13mm
Weight: approximately 38 carats
Price: SOLD See current gemstones for sale
 Nipomo marcasite
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