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The colour depends on the chemical composition, trace elements, and geological processes that have influenced the stone over millions of years.\nHardness and use in jewellery\nOn the Mohs hardness scale, zircon reaches approximately 6.5-7.5, making it a relatively durable stone suitable for use in jewellery. Compared to harder gemstones like sapphire or diamond, it is more brittle and therefore requires more careful handling, especially in finer cuts. Due to its brilliance and attractive appearance, it is highly valued by both collectors and jewellers.\nZircon vs. Cubic Zirconia\nIt is very important not to confuse natural zircon with synthetic cubic zirconia. Although the names sound similar, they are two completely different materials. Cubic zirconia is a laboratory-created diamond imitation, whereas zircon is an authentic natural gemstone with millions or billions of years of geological history.\nMain zircon localities\nImportant zircon deposits are found in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Australia, Thailand, and Tanzania. Cambodian zircons, in particular, are highly sought after for their quality, clarity, and attractive colours, which are suitable for faceting and use in jewellery.\nWhy is zircon so popular?\nDue to its natural origin, exceptional lustre, and wide range of colours, zircon is highly prized by mineral collectors, gemstone enthusiasts, and jewellers alike. 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The subtle golden needles of rutile create an unmistakable internal design, making each piece a true original created by nature.\nWhat is smoky quartz?\nSmoky quartz is a darker variety of quartz, known for its smoky to brown hues, formed naturally through exposure to radiation in the earth's crust. This popular mineral is valued for its elegant appearance, good hardness (7 on the Mohs scale) and widespread use in jewellery and among mineral collectors.\nFascinating rutile inclusions\nRutile is a mineral composed of titanium dioxide, which appears in some quartz crystals in the form of thin needle-like inclusions. These natural formations can create striking golden lines, rays or unique internal patterns that make each stone visually one of a kind. 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The subtle golden rutile needles create an unmistakable internal design, making each piece a true original created by nature.\nWhat is Smoky Quartz?\nSmoky Quartz is a darker variety of Quartz, known for its smoky to brown hues, formed naturally through exposure to radiation in the Earth's crust. This popular mineral is valued for its elegant appearance, good hardness (7 on the Mohs scale), and wide use in jewelry and among mineral collectors.\nFascinating rutile inclusions\nRutile is a mineral composed of titanium dioxide, which appears in some Quartz crystals as thin, needle-like inclusions. These natural formations can create striking golden lines, rays, or unique internal patterns that make each stone visually one-of-a-kind. 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Fine golden needles of rutile create an unmistakable internal pattern, making each piece a true original created by nature.\nWhat is Smoky Quartz?\nSmoky Quartz is a darker variety of Quartz, known for its shades ranging from smoky to brown, formed naturally through exposure to radiation in the Earth's crust. This popular mineral is valued for its elegant appearance, good hardness (7 on the Mohs scale), and wide use in jewellery and among mineral collectors.\nFascinating Rutile Inclusions\nRutile is a mineral composed of titanium dioxide, which appears in some Quartz crystals in the form of fine needle-like inclusions. These natural formations can create striking golden lines, rays or unique internal patterns that make each stone visually one-of-a-kind. 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This prehistoric bear inhabited Europe during the Pleistocene, and its fossil remains are among the most sought-after specimens by collectors.\nWho was the cave bear?\nThe cave bear (Ursus spelaeus) was an imposing species of prehistoric bear that inhabited Europe during the Pleistocene. Its name comes from the numerous skeletal remains found in caves, where it likely spent much more time than modern brown bears. It was one of the largest European predators of its time, with males reaching a weight of about 500 kilograms.\nAppearance and lifestyle\nThe cave bear was a close relative of the brown bear but differed in its more pronounced high forehead and more robust body structure. Despite its massive size, its diet primarily consisted of plants, grasses, herbs, berries, and other natural food sources. It occasionally preyed on smaller animals. Its life was closely linked to caves, which served as shelter and a place for winter rest.\nExtinction\nThe cave bear became extinct approximately 24,000 years ago, during the last Ice Age. It is believed that the main cause was a significant climate change, cooling, and the loss of vegetation which constituted a substantial part of its diet. Some theories also suggest that the arrival of modern humans and increased hunting contributed to the population's decline. 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Its life was closely linked to caves, which served as shelter and a place for winter rest.\nExtinction\nThe cave bear became extinct approximately 24,000 years ago, during the last Ice Age. The main cause is believed to have been significant climate change, cooling, and the loss of vegetation that formed a substantial part of its diet. Some theories also suggest that the arrival of modern humans and increased hunting contributed to the population's decline. 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It is a natural mineral - zirconium silicate (ZrSiO₄) - appreciated primarily for its remarkable brilliance, high refractive index, and strong light dispersion. Thanks to these optical properties, it can produce an exceptionally intense sparkle, and high-quality faceted stones are sometimes compared to diamonds, although zircon is a completely different natural gemstone.\nOne of the oldest minerals on Earth\nOne of zircon's most remarkable characteristics is its age. Some discovered crystals are among the oldest known minerals on our planet, with ages exceeding 4 billion years. Zircon is therefore not only an attractive gemstone but also an important mineral for geological research.\nZircon colors and appearance\nZircon naturally occurs in a wide range of colors. The most well-known varieties include colorless, blue, honey-colored, golden, brown, reddish-brown, orange, and green stones. The color depends on the chemical composition, trace elements, and geological processes that have affected the stone over millions of years.\nHardness and use in jewelry\nOn the Mohs hardness scale, zircon reaches approximately 6.5-7.5, making it a relatively durable stone suitable for use in jewelry. Compared to harder gemstones like sapphire or diamond, it is more brittle and therefore requires more careful handling, especially in finer cuts. Thanks to its brilliance and attractive appearance, it is highly valued by both collectors and jewelers.\nZircon vs. cubic zirconia\nIt is very important not to confuse natural zircon with synthetic cubic zirconia. Although the names sound similar, these are two completely different materials. Cubic zirconia is a diamond imitation created in the laboratory, while zircon is an authentic natural gemstone with millions or billions of years of geological history.\nMain zircon localities\nImportant zircon deposits are found in Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Australia, Thailand, and Tanzania. Cambodian zircons, in particular, are highly sought after for their quality, clarity, and attractive colors, suitable for faceting and use in jewelry.\nWhy is zircon so popular?\nThanks to its natural origin, exceptional luster, and wide range of colors, zircon is highly valued by mineral collectors, gemstone enthusiasts, and jewelers. 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