Soviet Era Padparadscha Erbium YAG, Hexagon Step Cut, 14.56 Carats
SQO902
🔬🔭🥼 This extraordinary erbium-doped YAG (Yttrium Aluminum Garnet) is a true piece of crystal-making history, produced in the former Soviet Union using the innovative Horizontal Directional Solidification Method (HDSM). Originally designed for high-tech applications, this material has been repurposed for jewelry, offering both a fascinating backstory and exceptional beauty. Its captivating pinkish-peach color is both soft and luminous, making it a standout choice for a one-of-a-kind jewelry creation. With its excellent durability and unique origins, this gemstone is perfect for crafting a piece that will be cherished for generations to come.
DIMENSIONS AND SHAPE
Size: 11.87mm x 11.9mm x 8.71mm
Weight: 14.56 carats
Cut: Hexagon Step
Shape: Hexagon
Clarity: Loupe Clean
Inclusions: None
Treatment:None
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
MOHS hardness: 8.5
Pleochroism:
Dispersion: 0.028
Density: 4.6
Refractive Index: 1.83
Chemical Formula:Y3A15O12
POSSIBLE JEWELRY APPLICATIONS
Pendant, Daily Wear, and Cocktail Ring
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