SEDA GEMS

 RARE BLUE AFGHANITE

This is an extremly rare gemstone called Afghanite. As the name suggests it comes from Afghanistan and it shows a beautiful light blue hue.

This gemstone typically flouresces very bright Orange as can be seen in the pictures. It also has some very interesting internal inclusions.

Good luster

Grading SI

Weight 0.36 cts app

Size 4.82 x 4.68 x 3.00 mm app

 Afghanite is a rare and coveted mineral with a striking blue color, first identified in 1968. With a very close resemblance to Lazurite, and occurring together in the same deposits, Afghanite is distinguished by its unique crystal habit. Afghanite is named after its most significant locality in northern Afghanistan.