47.98 Natural Moonstone Gemstone ($3,190 Appraisal) 
Oval Cab Cut - Includes Appraisal Certificate
- Sold Winning Bid: $222.00
- 12 Bid(s) View Bid History
- High Bidder: Taryn
47.98 Natural Moonstone Gemstone ($3,190 Appraisal)
Oval Cab Cut
Gemstone: Moonstone
Appraisal from Karaman Appraisals in Downtown Toronto
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28.53 x 20.03 x 10.52mm
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Treatment: None
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Clarity: Opaque
From a gemologist Collection
About Moonstone
The exquisite moonstone is formed of Albite and Orthoclase. Both of these elements are from the feldspar mineral category. Moonstone displays an amazing optical phenomenon called, adularescence. Internally repeating layers scatter the light that enters the stone creating a mystical glow reminiscent of moonbeams. This glow comes to life, rolling across the gems surface, when it is moved. Moonstone is considered the most valuable feldspar member in existence today. The gem is considered the bringer of good luck and is known for healing properties.
More On Appraisal Certificates
Appraisal Certificates are done from accredited appraisers and represent the retail insurance replacement value for an item. While many companies do appraisals (such as jewelry stores), it is important to receive an appraisal by a group that does not involve themselves in the buying or selling of Gems or jewelry pieces as to avoid any conflict of interest. We typically use AGL or GS Labs (Gemscan), accredited appraisal companies (with Global Offices) for the Jewelry industry, located in downtown Toronto. We also have a number of Certificates from EGL a global appraisal company to the gem industry whose Toronto offices have since closed down.
An appraisal will assign a monetary value to a Gem or piece of jewelry and is ultimately subjective based on the appraiser's criteria for grading and experience. For this reason, only accredited and experienced appraisers are used to evaluate stones. An appraisal is not an indication of your buying power, that depends on your ability to "wheel and deal" as well as your source of supply and ability to buy in parcel lots or in bulk.
GS allows you to check Appraisal cert numbers online.
Appraisal Company Links:
Gemscan (GS Labs) - http://www.gslaboratories.com/profile.html
AGL - http://www.accurategemlabs.com/
