Seraphinite Specimens Gemstone

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Seraphinite is named after the biblical seraphs or seraphim angels. Seraphinite is a gem variety of clinochlore a magnesium iron aluminum silicate characterized by a deep green color laced with shimmering patterns of silver that reflect light with changing angles of viewing. Seraphinite also known as serafina or green chlorite is a gemstone characterized by its lovely deep forest green color highlighted by shimmering strokes and feathery patterns caused by the mica mineral.

Seraphinite meaning this green stone is a type of clinochlore and is also known as serafina and by its original name of green chlorite. Natural copper seraphinite specimen 34x23 mm oval cabochon gemstones 30 50 cts. Seraphinite gemstone properties and identification. Seraphinite specimen seraphinite is a trade name for a particular form of clinochlore a member of the chlorite group. Seraphinite can also be found in different colors such as blackish green yellowish green bluish green tan white brown red yellow and olive.

Seraphinite apparently acquired its name due to its resemblance to feathers due to its chatoyancy. Butw russian seraphinite free form polished cabochon specimen lapidary gem 4006c c 36 92 natural gem seraphinite 11x8 to 12x9mm size smooth pear shape briolette beads 8. To learn more visit the amazing gem and mineral museum to see this and other seraphinite specimens. This green stone is mainly found in the lake baikal area in siberia russia. Check out our seraphinite gemstone selection for the very best in unique or custom handmade pieces from our jewelry making beading shops.

Check out our seraphinite gemstone selection for the very best in unique or custom handmade pieces from our jewelry making beading shops. Seraphinite apparently acquired its name due to its resemblance to feathers due to its chatoyancy. Seraphinite meaning this green stone is a type of clinochlore and is also known as serafina and by its original name of green chlorite.