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VVS~8.65 ct Maxixe Blue Beryl Brazil
- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 11.970 x 11.900 x 9.440mm
- Weight (cts)
- 8.650
- Clarity
- VVS
- Type
- Faceted
- Colours
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In the 1900s, miners found beautiful dark blue beryl crystals in the Maxixe mine in the Paiuhy region of Minas Gerais state, Brazil. Because its dark blue color wasn’t typical of beryl, Maxixe beryl created quite a stir when it appeared in the trade in 1973. Unfortunately, the beautiful colors faded rapidly when they were exposed to light or heat. Because of the gem’s tendency to fade, its popularity declined almost as quickly as it rose.
Natural radiation creates a defect, or color center, in the atomic structure of the gem, causing its blue color. Dark blue Maxixe beryl fades at an unpredictable rate, but further irradiation can sometimes restore the blue color. Unfortunately, it fades just as rapidly if it’s exposed to sunlight or heat again.
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- SKU
- Dimensions (mm)
- 11.970 x 11.900 x 9.440 mm
- Weight (cts)
- 8.650
- Clarity
- VVS
- Type
- Faceted
- Colours
-
Please settle your Invoice within 24 hrs or let us know to hold it for you if you would like to combine shipping. After 24 hrs the winnings are subject to Cancel.
In the 1900s, miners found beautiful dark blue beryl crystals in the Maxixe mine in the Paiuhy region of Minas Gerais state, Brazil. Because its dark blue color wasn’t typical of beryl, Maxixe beryl created quite a stir when it appeared in the trade in 1973. Unfortunately, the beautiful colors faded rapidly when they were exposed to light or heat. Because of the gem’s tendency to fade, its popularity declined almost as quickly as it rose.
Natural radiation creates a defect, or color center, in the atomic structure of the gem, causing its blue color. Dark blue Maxixe beryl fades at an unpredictable rate, but further irradiation can sometimes restore the blue color. Unfortunately, it fades just as rapidly if it’s exposed to sunlight or heat again.
Feel free to to “make an offer” on our other items :)
We Accept Payments through
PaypalDirect DepositCredit Card
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PositiveFantastic gem...quality as described...helpful on delivery too. Very pleased!!
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Simply lovely!
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Exceptional stone! Well worth the wait on the shipping!
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Very nice
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Nice stone, well received
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