Fine Intarsia Inlay Sugilite Designer Gemstone Carving – Black Jade & Pink Opal Mosaic, Howlite Base
Gemstone Details:
Primary Stone: High-Grade Royal Purple Sugilite
Framing & Accents: Black Jade, Powdery Pink Opal
Backing: Solid White Howlite (Substrate)
Product Overview:
Available for purchase is a masterfully executed intarsia inlay gemstone piece. This collector-grade item features a vibrant centerpiece of Royal Purple Sugilite known for its deep, rich saturation.
The design is framed by a sophisticated geometric palette of Black Jade and a soft, milky Pink Opal. The entire mosaic is expertly set on a Howlite backing, which provides structural integrity and ensures the colors of the inlay remain bright and vivid.
Craftsmanship:
This piece showcases exceptional lapidary skill with "seamless" joins, meaning the stones are hand-fitted so precisely that the transitions are smooth to the touch. It has been polished to a high mirror finish, highlighting the unique contrast between the opaque and "milky" textures of the various minerals.
Condition:
Excellent vintage/long-term owned condition.
Mirror-finish polish with no visible gaps in the inlay work.
Front: Multi-stone mosaic (Sugilite, Jade, Opal).
Back: Opaque white (Howlite).
Ideal for: Jewelry designers, gemstone collectors, or enthusiasts of fine lapidary arts and unique intarsia work.
- Total weight 24.2ct
- 42.7x23.4mm
Provenance & Authenticity Guarantee:
This specimen is part of a 20-year private legacy collection. Unlike the "stabilized" (plastic-filled) or dyed imitations frequently found on the market, this is 100% Natural, Untreated, and Old-Stock. Sourced directly from the legendary Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa-the only location on Earth to produce gem-grade purple Sugilite.
Why "Old Stock" Matters:
As the Wessels Mine is no longer producing this caliber of material, these stones represent a finite resource. As a 20-year collector, I guarantee this stone has not been heated, dyed, or chemically altered. You are investing in authentic, museum-quality South African heritage.
Geological Profile & Optical Properties:
This material originates from the northern tip of the Kalahari basin. Depending on the specimen, you will find classic "Grape Jelly" Gel, the rare Fibrous silky variety, or natural associations with Bustamite, Richterite, and Manganese. These stones are pleochroic; they reveal their best color and brighter, Royal Purple hues in natural outdoor sunlight.
Search & Trade Names:
Trade Names: Royal Azel TM, Royal Lavulite, Luvulite, Wesselite.
Uses: High-end Jewelry Design, Wire Wrapping, Investment Collections, Palm Stones, and Metaphysical "Love Stone" work.
Keywords: Natural Purple Gemstone, Rare South African Mineral, Untreated Fibrous Sugilite, Healing Crystal, Meditation Grid, Lapidary Cabochon.
Professional Shipping & Payment:
Shipping Method: We ship Worldwide and Domestic via USPS Priority Mail. We utilize the Flat Rate Small Box whenever possible; larger or rare specimens will be shipped in the appropriate Priority box size to ensure safe passage.
Fine Intarsia Inlay Sugilite Designer Gemstone Carving – Black Jade & Pink Opal Mosaic, Howlite Base
Gemstone Details:
Primary Stone: High-Grade Royal Purple Sugilite
Framing & Accents: Black Jade, Powdery Pink Opal
Backing: Solid White Howlite (Substrate)
Product Overview:
Available for purchase is a masterfully executed intarsia inlay gemstone piece. This collector-grade item features a vibrant centerpiece of Royal Purple Sugilite known for its deep, rich saturation.
The design is framed by a sophisticated geometric palette of Black Jade and a soft, milky Pink Opal. The entire mosaic is expertly set on a Howlite backing, which provides structural integrity and ensures the colors of the inlay remain bright and vivid.
Craftsmanship:
This piece showcases exceptional lapidary skill with "seamless" joins, meaning the stones are hand-fitted so precisely that the transitions are smooth to the touch. It has been polished to a high mirror finish, highlighting the unique contrast between the opaque and "milky" textures of the various minerals.
Condition:
Excellent vintage/long-term owned condition.
Mirror-finish polish with no visible gaps in the inlay work.
Front: Multi-stone mosaic (Sugilite, Jade, Opal).
Back: Opaque white (Howlite).
Ideal for: Jewelry designers, gemstone collectors, or enthusiasts of fine lapidary arts and unique intarsia work.
- Total weight 24.2ct
- 42.7x23.4mm
Provenance & Authenticity Guarantee:
This specimen is part of a 20-year private legacy collection. Unlike the "stabilized" (plastic-filled) or dyed imitations frequently found on the market, this is 100% Natural, Untreated, and Old-Stock. Sourced directly from the legendary Wessels Mine in the Kalahari Manganese Field, South Africa-the only location on Earth to produce gem-grade purple Sugilite.
Why "Old Stock" Matters:
As the Wessels Mine is no longer producing this caliber of material, these stones represent a finite resource. As a 20-year collector, I guarantee this stone has not been heated, dyed, or chemically altered. You are investing in authentic, museum-quality South African heritage.
Geological Profile & Optical Properties:
This material originates from the northern tip of the Kalahari basin. Depending on the specimen, you will find classic "Grape Jelly" Gel, the rare Fibrous silky variety, or natural associations with Bustamite, Richterite, and Manganese. These stones are pleochroic; they reveal their best color and brighter, Royal Purple hues in natural outdoor sunlight.
Search & Trade Names:
Trade Names: Royal Azel TM, Royal Lavulite, Luvulite, Wesselite.
Uses: High-end Jewelry Design, Wire Wrapping, Investment Collections, Palm Stones, and Metaphysical "Love Stone" work.
Keywords: Natural Purple Gemstone, Rare South African Mineral, Untreated Fibrous Sugilite, Healing Crystal, Meditation Grid, Lapidary Cabochon.
Professional Shipping & Payment:
Shipping Method: We ship Worldwide and Domestic via USPS Priority Mail. We utilize the Flat Rate Small Box whenever possible; larger or rare specimens will be shipped in the appropriate Priority box size to ensure safe passage.
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