Sunstone

Sunstone is an ancient gem, in fact sunstones have
been discovered in Viking burial mounds. It was thought that the sunstone aided in navigation.
Formed and crystalized in a lava flow, Sunstone is a member of the feldspar group
of minerals and is closely related to Moonstone. These produce two types of material, one
that is cut en-cabochon or made into beads like opal or jade and the other is faceted like
a diamond or saphire.
The cabochon and bead material exhibits a unique visual phenomenon known as "schiller"
which is caused by millions of microscopic copper platelets. These copper platelets reflect
light with varying intensities depending on their concentrations. The "schiller" phenomenon
makes the stone appear to glow even when viewed from a distance.
It has been suggested that Sunstone would be an excellent alternative to Peridot as
the August birthstone. When set alone or in combination with other gems, Sunstones make a
fabulous addition to any collection.
Until recently Sunstone was available only in limited quantities
and poor grade.In the early 1990's location of three different deposits in Oregon have made it
possible for top-grade rough and cut stones to be readily available at competitive prices.
The faceting material comes in a wide range of colors and properties, some of them being
unique to Sunstone.The Rabbit Hills material (offered here) is mainly facet-grade.

A reputable appraiser priced out our finished stones. Since we feel that Sunstone normally is overpriced we are offering ours at 70% off the above marked price, which means the above gems are only $240/ct. These are the top of the line.

The above gems are 50% off the above marked price, which means the above gems are only $150/ct.

The above gems are 50% off the above marked price, which means the above gems are only $125/ct.

The above gems are 25% off the above marked price, which means the above gems are only $30/ct.

Carved Sunstone

This 25+ carat carved Indian is available by email quote

This 20 carat carved Rose is available by email quote

This 6+ carat carved half Rose is available by email quote

This 3 carat carved half Rose is available by email quote

Sunstone Rough

is available here