Chrysoberyl stone
Chrysanthemum with chemical formula BeAl2O4, is a very rare and precious ornamental stone that is semi-transparent to transparent and is also used in the manufacture of jewelry and ornaments. The hardness of this stone is 8.5, which means that chrysotile braille is a very high strength stone. The interesting thing about this stone is that chrysotile braille does not dissolve in acids and will not melt at high temperatures
Chrysotile braille has been observed in colors such as yellow, gold, blue, light green, dark green, emerald green, yellowish green and brownish green. Chrysanthemum is a stone in which the cat’s eye effect is well visible
Chrysoberyl paint
Chrysoberyl usually comes in a variety of colors including green, yellow and golden yellow, yellowish green and shades of brown and red
The color of chrysoberyl is due to iron, while its color change (alexandrite) is due to the presence of the element chromium
Some chrysobryls may contain chromium, but they are not traded as alexandrite until they show color change
Another rare species is found in Tanzania, whose bluish green color is due to the presence of vanadium
Chrysoberyl sharpness and radiance
Chrysoberyl usually has excellent transparency, although some lower grade samples may be translucent to opaque
Chrysobryl is very attractive when cut and polished and will have a glassy luster and medium to sharp sharpness that is very eye-catching
Chrysobryl cutting and shaping
Chrysobryl is usually racked in diamonds and steps, but can also be found in a variety of shapes, including almond or egg (oval), pillow, round, and octagonal (emerald)
Fantasy shapes like hearts and trillions are very rare in calibrated sizes, but they are found
Chrysobryl recovery
Chrysocolla usually does not heal
However, some samples with color-changing properties may be painted or oiled to make the color clearer, but this is usually not the case
Characteristics of Chrysobryl
BeAl2O4 chemical formula; Beryllium aluminum oxide
Crystal structure of orthorombic crystals, rigid and thick, triple crystals
Golden brown, green-yellow, brownish green, red, colorless
Hardness 5/8 on the Mohs scale
Fracture coefficient 1.746 to 1.763
Density 3.70 to 7.78
Medium lamination
Transparent transparent to opaque and opaque
Double refraction 0.007 to 0.011
Glass shine
Fluorescence is usually absent – sometimes pale green and sometimes dark red
Chrysoberyl and similar gemstones
Chrysobryl is a beryllium mineral with several mineral compositions, including mica muscovite, biotite and microcline
Also similar gemstones are: ruby gold, citrine, lemon quartz, imperial topaz (golden), heliodor (golden braille), tourmaline, shiny dementoid granite
The most similar gemstones and minerals known
Cat-eye chrysoberyl, simofen, alexandrite, are the most popular types of chrysoberyl and the like
Similar but lesser known types of gemstones
Cat’s eye alexandrite (simofen alexandrite), pink alexandrite, yellow alexandrite (simofen) and chrysoberyl vanadium are similar and lesser known types of chrysoberyl
The main sources of chrysoberyl gemstone
Chrysobryl is one of the very rare minerals that even quality sediments are rare
Some of the most important sources of this stone are Minas Grace in Brazil, Spirito Santo and Bahia
Muguk and Pego regions in Burma (Myanmar), Sri Lanka (especially Ratnapura), India, Tanzania, Madagascar, Pakistan, Russia, Zimbabwe and the United States
Most chrysobryls with discoloration properties are found in the Russian Ural Mountains near Sverdlovsk
Most cat eye chrysobryls are found in Brazil, China, India, Sri Lanka and Zimbabwe
A rare and colorless type of chrysobryl is found only in Burma, and Tanzania is also a source of very rare and valuable chrysoberyl, bluish green
Jewelry design ideas with chrysoberyl stones
Chrysoberyl is much cheaper than other similar stones such as sapphire or imperial topaz
Due to its hardness and extraordinary, it is a favorite of many designers and jewelers around the world. The color of this stone is suitable for both men and women
Cat-eye chrysoberyl and alexandrite species are very popular for use in men’s jewelry and dome-cut or domed rings
Transparent gold chrysoberyl is very popular for use in earrings, pendants, necklaces, bracelets and rings
For those who are lucky enough to be able to celebrate their 55th wedding year
Chrysoberyl, a color-changing or alexandrite, is a formal gemstone and is often worn on anniversaries and celebrations for immortality
Note: The sale of colored gemstones is based on size, not carat weight
Colored stones are more diverse in size than in weight
Some stones are larger and others are lighter and smaller than diamonds
Care and maintenance of jewelry with chrysoberyl stones
Chrysoberyl is very durable and can be cleaned using ultrasonic cleaners or steam cleaners
But you should always be careful when using these methods
Chrysoberyl, although very hard and durable, can be easily scratched with harder stones such as rubies or diamonds
You can use a soft cloth or brush and soap and water to wash and maintain it
Do not use bleach or other strong household cleaners and wash all soap residues with water
Always remove jewelry before exercising or doing hard household chores. When removing jewelry, do not remove it from the stone
Because doing this over time can weaken the metal or the angle of installation of the stone and eventually lead to the fall and loss of the stone
When storing chrysoberyl jewelry, place it separately from other jewelry
If possible, place them individually in a soft cloth or in a cloth box
