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Parrot wing jasper cab ~
Offered here is a cabochon of old stock parrot wing jasper, from Mexico. This delightful jasperized chrysocolla is becoming very difficult to find, unlike the more common copper complexes so often substituted for it and erroneously dubbed 'parrot wing'. This example features a mottled pattern of turquoise blue with daubs of green and a few scattered patches of dark red. Thin ribbons of blue too. It's every bit as vivid as the photos depict, perhaps a bit deeper toned. I really enjoy cabbing this classic material for use in my own jewelry; it's strikingly colored, very solid, and there's seldom any difficulty achieving a smooth, glossy shine. The cab has a well rounded dome of 5mm, and a graceful designer drop shape that's polished both front and back.
Size: 43x18mm
Weight: approximately 34 carats
Price: SOLD Click for current gemstones for sale $42.00
 parrot wing jasper
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