OBSIDIAN FROM RUSSIA 14.60 CARATS EM 1242

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Minimum Bid (USD) 40.00 Feedback Rating 99.17% Positive
Current Bid (USD) 40.00 Member Since November 15, 2005 in Australia
Bid Increment 1
Bids Placed 21 jump to bid history
Starting Bid (USD) 1.00
Reserve Price (USD) none
Starts August 26, 2008 11:55 PM
Ends September 3, 2008 11:54 PM Basic Shipping Information
Auction Category NR Gemstones Shipping Cost 3.00 paid by buyer
Auction ID 32689 Shipping Insurance (optional) 7.00

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DESCRIPTION:

 

Gem Type:OBSIDIAN

Weight (Carats): 14.60

 

Origin:RUSSIA

SIZE (mm): 18 X 15 X 10MM

 

 

 

Color: NATURAL OLIVE GREEN  COLOUR

Shape:OVAL

Clarity: VVS

Treatments:HEAT

Obsidian gemstone is formed from volcanic activity, it is a natural glass and formed the same way as granite. Obsidian is strong in silica, 35%up to 80% and low in water Obsidian has been used for centuries as tool making and for jewellery Source Caucasus Mountains, Georgia, Armenia, Russia

Up date from suppler

Our supply source has inspected the factory that faceted these stones and saw rough nobbies ready to cut. And when we ordered smaller size factory could not cut.

Buy they noted workers chipping small chips so we believe these stones are made from reconstituted smaller chips re melted and heated a nd than faceted  as hard to find clean Obsidian of this quality and size.


 

Type 1 Gemstones
The following gemstones are typically inclusion free, even minor inclusions detract from their value.
Diamond, Amethyst, Beryls(Aquamarine,Morganite), Citrine, Smoky Quartz, topaz, Chrysoberyl, Kunzite, Tanzanite, green Tourmaline, and Blue Zircon
IF Internally flawless under extreme magnification (Very rare)
F Flawless
VVS Minute inclusions under 10x; invisible to the unaided eye
VS Minor inclusions under 10x; usually invisible to the unaided eye
SI1 Noticeable inclusions under 10x; usually visible to the unaided eye
SI2 Noticeable inclusions under 10x; usually quite visible to the unaided eye
I1 prominent- moderate affect on appearance or durability
I2 prominent - severe affect on appearance or durability
I3 prominent- severe affect on beauty, transparency or durability
Type 2 Gemstones
Gemstones that normally have small inclusions that do not detract from value.
Alexandrite, Andalusite, Iolite, Peridot, Rhodolite, Ruby, Sapphire, Spinel, Tourmaline, Garnet, Amethyst, Red Zircon, Tsavorite; Blue, Orange, Purpl+e, Yellow and Parti-colored Tourmaline
F Flawless
VVS Minor inclusions under 10x; usually invisible to the unaided eye
VS Noticeable inclusions under 10x; often invisible to the unaided eye
SI1 Obvious inclusions under 10x; visible to the unaided eye
SI2 Obvious inclusions under 10x; very apparent to the unaided eye
I1 prominent - moderate affect on appearance or durability
I2 prominent - severe affect on appearance or durability
I3 prominent - severe affect on beauty, transparency or durability

 

6 mm = 1/4 inch (Approx)

 

 

   

 

 

   
   

 

   
   

 

 

   
   
   

Brightness Rating 1-5: NATURAL SHADES.

6 mm = 1/4 inch (Approx)

More Information

Weight: 1 carats

Bidding History

Member Bid Time & Date
Teresag1966 40.00 September 3, 2008 10:40:46 PM
scriven 39.00 September 3, 2008 10:40:46 PM
scriven 36.00 September 3, 2008 10:26:59 AM
Teresag1966 35.00 September 3, 2008 10:26:59 AM
Teresag1966 34.00 September 3, 2008 10:25:25 AM
scriven 33.00 September 3, 2008 10:25:25 AM
Teresag1966 31.00 September 3, 2008 12:01:06 AM
Robertpc 30.00 September 3, 2008 12:00:04 AM
Teresag1966 29.00 September 3, 2008 12:00:04 AM
Robertpc 21.00 September 1, 2008 5:39:16 AM
rockdogbob 20.00 September 1, 2008 5:36:54 AM
Robertpc 19.00 September 1, 2008 5:36:54 AM
rockdogbob 16.00 August 31, 2008 6:44:10 PM
Robertpc 15.00 August 31, 2008 6:43:54 PM
rockdogbob 14.00 August 31, 2008 6:43:54 PM
Robertpc 11.00 August 31, 2008 4:58:51 PM
rockdogbob 10.00 August 31, 2008 4:57:31 PM
Robertpc 9.00 August 31, 2008 4:57:31 PM
rockdogbob 6.00 August 31, 2008 4:55:57 PM
Robertpc 5.00 August 31, 2008 4:55:57 PM
rockdogbob 1.00 August 29, 2008 4:56:55 PM

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Questions & Comments

Gem Traders, September 3, 2008:
Automated Message: You won item 32689 for 40.00

Teresag1966, September 4, 2008:

Hi, I am having trouble with Pay Pal. They have been double paying for Most of my purchases the past few days. Could you please check for this. I would really appreciate it.   Thank You Yours Truly Teresa I Don't Know 





Teresag1966, September 5, 2008:
I would like to purchase my win from couple of months ago. Emerald faceted quartz. Thanks Teresa

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