Epidote Cab • A • Oval • 30 mm

A triumph of artistic expression and technical excellence made from solid Epidote Crystals. This unique cabochon shows an internal yellow reflection when turned in the light. This top-quality cabochon is a unique and exclusive Gemrock product that meets the highest expectations of jewelers. The solid Epidote Crystals were hand-selected in the Peruvian desert. The impeccable cutting quality represents the superior craftsmanship of our experienced in-house master gem cutters. Ethical sourcing and production. Environmentally friendly and carbon neutral.

Description: While epidote is an abundant rock-forming mineral, but one of secondary origin, huge Epidote Crystals that are big enough for cabochon cutting purposes, are rare and only known from Peru so far. Epidote occurs in marble and schistose rocks of metamorphic origin. It is also a product of hydrothermal alteration of various minerals (feldspars, micas, pyroxenes, amphiboles, garnets, and others) composing igneous rocks. The color of Epidote varies with the amount of iron present and reaches from yellowish-green or pistachio-green to grey, brown, or nearly black. Epidote displays strong pleochroism (or iridescence), meaning their optical properties vary with the direction of light. 

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• Color: Dark green with an internal yellow light reflection

• Origin: Peru

• Mining/Collection: The fan-shaped Epidite crystals that serve as raw material for this type of cabochon were hand-collected.

• Crystal Form/Structure: It displays strong yellow pleochroism, with a yellow flash appearing when turned in the light.

• Hardness: 6.5 on the Mohs scale,

• Chakra: Epidote is strongly associated with the heart chakra. It helps open and activate this energy center, promoting love, compassion, and emotional healing. It assists in releasing negative emotions and past traumas that block the heart chakra.

• Astrological Sign: Gemini.

• Ethically mined and produced: Gemrock is the only company producing cabochons from solid Epidote crystals. The crystals are mined in the Peruvian desert. Our cabochons are exclusively produced by our in-house gem cutters. Our staff works under legal labor contracts, at higher than average salaries, and receives all labor benefits as well as excellence bonuses and a share in the companies’ profits.

• Environmentally friendly and carbon-neutral: Gemrock continuously works towards saving water and energy, and reducing waste along its entire production chain. The remaining impact is measured via carbon footprint evaluation and is neutralized by a reforestation project financed by a small percentage of our profits from each cabochon.

• Care Instructions: Clean your Epidote by wiping it with a dry cloth.

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• Hardness Test: Epidote is relatively hard with a hardness of 6.5 on the Mohs scale.