Rhodonite elongated hexagon cabochon

17.35 cts, 32.55 x 12.82 x 4.46 mm

Designer shape Rhodonite cabochon in delicate pink hues. Flat, matte finish back with a beveled edge for ease of setting. You will receive the exact gemstone shown in the pictures. (US penny is approximately 19.02 mm diameter; shown for size comparison only.)

Gem Species: Rhodonite
—Variety: Orlets
Trade Name(s): Rhodonite, Hermannite, Hydropite, Peach Blossom Jade*, Pink Marble*, Vermilion Jade*
Origin: Unknown
Enhancement(s): (N) Natural

* The terms "jade" and "marble" are deceptive and a punishable crime under US Federal Trade Commission regulations; rhodonite is neither jadeite or nephrite (jade), nor calcite or limestone (marble).

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American Gem Trade Association Gemstone Enhancement Codes

Enhancement: Any treatment process other than cutting and polishing that improves the appearance (color/clarity/phenomena), durability, or availability of a gemstone.

(N) Natural
No modification; natural stones which are not currently known to be enhanced (or currently has no known modification process).