Green/peach tri-color 4.9ct Oregon Sunstone
$588.00
Here’s a very nice green/pink/gold tri-color Oregon Sunstone dug from the world famous Dust Devil Mine near Plush.
These colors are just amazing, and as good as the photos look, the stone is even better when you hold it in your hand.
In addition to the gorgeous color of this stone, the cut is exquisite. The concave cuts in the stones pavilion give it an added dimension of sparkle.
The stone measures 14x10mm and weighs 4.9ct. It would be perfect in a pendant, ring or brooch.
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| Stone Type |
Oregon Sunstone |
|---|---|
| Cut |
Oval |
| Size |
3 – 5ct |
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