Color zoning occurs during gem formation, when a crystal forms layers with slightly different chemical compositions. The resulting areas can show different colors. Although apatites can display pleochroism, the two colors this specimen displays are a result of color zoning. 1.01 cts, rectangular step cut, Brazil. © The Gem Trader. Used with permission.
Blue Apatite, 1.01 ct Faceted Emerald Cut from Brazil
Color zoning occurs during gem formation, when a crystal forms layers with slightly different chemical compositions. The resulting areas can show different colors. Although apatites can display pleochroism, the two colors this specimen displays are a result of color zoning. 1.01 cts, rectangular step cut, Brazil. © The Gem Trader. Used with permission.
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| Gemstone | Apatite |
| Natural or man made | Natural |
| Origin | Brazil |
| Carat Weight | 1.01 |
| Gem State | Faceted |
| Color | Blue, Colorless |
| Transparency | Transparent |
| Multi-color | Bi-color |