{"product_id":"high-quality-brazilian-rutile-quartz-cabochon-with-golden-rutile-rainbow-and-flash-28-45-mm-cab7940","title":"High Quality Brazilian Rutile Quartz Cabochon with Golden Rutile, Rainbow and Flash 28 × 45 mm #CAB7940","description":"\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is an \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eexceptional natural Brazilian rutile quartz cabochon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e and, in my opinion, one of the most beautiful pieces in this group. The combination of crystal clarity, dramatic rutile, unusual internal features, and substantial size makes this a true statement cabochon for the collector.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMeasuring approximately \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e28 × 45 mm with a substantial 14 mm height\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, this beautifully polished cabochon has remarkable depth and presence. The quartz itself is exceptionally clear, allowing the natural rutile inclusions to be viewed deep within the stone rather than simply appearing at the surface.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe first thing that catches your eye is the gorgeous \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebronzy-golden rutile spray\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e sweeping through the quartz. There is wonderful variation throughout the stone, with both fine, hair-like rutile needles and areas of much thicker, more concentrated rutile. This contrast gives the interior an incredible sense of movement and dimension.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnd then there are the surprises.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen this cabochon is moved in the light, you can see a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003etiny natural rainbow\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e within the quartz, along with beautiful reflective \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003efoil-like flashes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e from internal features. These subtle optical effects are difficult to capture in a still photograph, which is why \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewe strongly recommend watching the video of this cabochon\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. The video reveals the movement, depth, flashes, and changing character of the stone far better than photographs alone.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThere are also warm bronze and reddish tones associated with portions of the rutile, adding even more visual complexity. The result is a piece that seems to reveal something different each time you look at it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAnother wonderful feature is the construction of the cabochon itself. The underside has a \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ebeveled edge around the bottom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e, allowing the stone to sit comfortably and securely in the palm of your hand while also making it particularly suitable for custom setting. Its substantial 14 mm height gives it a beautiful domed profile and makes it feel like a serious gemstone rather than a thin cabochon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThis is the kind of rutilated quartz that rewards close examination. From a distance, the dramatic rutile spray immediately catches the eye. Under transmitted light, the exceptional clarity becomes apparent. As the stone moves, the rutile shifts in appearance and the tiny rainbow and reflective flashes emerge.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA truly special Brazilian rutile quartz cabochon with exceptional clarity, dramatic golden-bronze rutile, natural optical phenomena, and excellent collector appeal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease be sure to \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003ewatch the video\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e. This is one of those stones that photographs beautifully but is even more impressive when you can see it moving in the light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Natural Rutilated Quartz\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRutile:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Bronzy golden with darker and reddish-brown areas\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLocality:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Brazil\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eShape:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Oval \/ Freeform Oval\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSize:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 28 × 45 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeight:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 14 mm\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinish:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Highly polished\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSpecial Features:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Golden-bronze rutile spray, fine and thick rutile needles, natural rainbow, reflective internal flash, exceptional quartz clarity\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eItem Number:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e CAB7940\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"agrainofsand-usa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51239522566311,"sku":null,"price":129.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0657\/5744\/6311\/files\/NaturalBrazilianrutilatedquartzcabochonshowingdramaticgoldenbronzerutilesprayandexceptionalclarity.jpg?v=1787240995","url":"https:\/\/agrainofsand.com\/products\/high-quality-brazilian-rutile-quartz-cabochon-with-golden-rutile-rainbow-and-flash-28-45-mm-cab7940","provider":"agrainofsand-usa","version":"1.0","type":"link"}