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Zircon
Zircon
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A natural gem with fire close to diamond’s, and not the same as the synthetic cubic zirconia. Blue is the most popular colour.
- Mineral
- Zirconium silicate
- Colour from
- Trace elements and heating
- Hardness
- 6 to 7.5 on the Mohs scale
- Known sources
- Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Myanmar, Tanzania
What to look for
- Strong fire and brilliance
- Sharp, unworn facet edges
- Blue zircon is usually heated
CareFacet edges can wear. Store separately; clean with warm, soapy water.
General guidance about the stone. Each actual stone is described individually, with its own photographs and any laboratory report, when you enquire.
Zircon, to wear.
Ask whether a ring, pendant, stud earrings or a bracelet with zircon is available, in gold, platinum or silver.