Phenakite – Natural, Faceted, Colorless, 0.64 ct
Phenakite contains the rare element beryllium. A few of these rare gemstones have been found to contain as inclusions another rarity, a recently discovered mineral, perettiite-(Y). This 0.64-ct, rectangular step-cut phenakite contains needle-like inclusions of this mineral. © The Gem Trader. Used with permission.
Article: Uncommon Elements Make Uncommon Gemstones
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| Gemstone | Phenakite | 
| Natural or man made | Natural | 
| Carat Weight | 0.64 | 
| Gem State | Faceted | 
| Color | Colorless | 
| Transparency | Transparent |