{"product_id":"charoite-cabochon-russia-cak22","title":"Charoite cabochon – Russia - CAK22","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Russia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 4.3g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 3 x 1.4 x 0.5 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eCharoite Cabochon – Rare Purple Mineral from Siberia A charoite cabochon is a worked natural mineral known for its characteristic purple color and unique fibrous, swirling structure. This rare mineral exhibits shades ranging from light lilac to intense purple, often accompanied by a silky luster and distinctive patterns. A typical feature of charoite is its complex internal structure, formed by thin fibers and irregular patterns that create a unique decorative appearance. Cabochon and Use in Jewelry The cabochon is a specific type of cut without facets, with a smooth, rounded, and polished surface. This method of processing enhances the natural color, pattern, and silky luster of the mineral. Charoite cabochons are particularly prized for making rings, pendants, earrings, and bracelets. Due to its hardness of 5–6 on the Mohs scale, charoite is most suitable for jewelry not exposed to excessive mechanical stress. Each cabochon is unique due to its unrepeatable patterns and color structure. Charoite Formation Charoite forms through complex geological processes during the transformation of rocks under the influence of hot, mineral-rich solutions and high temperatures. This process, called metasomatism, causes a chemical transformation of the original rocks and the formation of a new mineral with a characteristic fibrous structure. Charoite does not occur as individual crystals but forms compact masses and veins within the host rock. Its typical structure develops through the gradual growth of mineral fibers during long geological processes. Charoite Locality The only deposit of charoite is located in the Chara River area in Russia. This mineral was discovered in the second half of the 20th century, and its presence is limited exclusively to this location. Precisely because of this uniqueness, charoite is highly valued by both collectors and in the jewelry sector.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58028126404933,"sku":"CAK22","price":33.62,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/73103_charoite-cabochon---russia.jpg?v=1779380502","url":"https:\/\/moldavite.it\/en\/products\/charoite-cabochon-russia-cak22","provider":"Moldavite.it","version":"1.0","type":"link"}