Wow. It's gorgeous.
I just had my 1st gemology class today. Yikes! So much scientific stuff to memorize. But, once my brain has retained the knowledge, I'll be glad to have it!

wow you never see these crystals anywhere! Lucky you!

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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead

Never heard of strawberry quartz. Looks like it may give the queen ruby a run for her money!!! Are you going to facet it? If so, I can hardly wait to see what it looks like!

Thanks for the comment(: No... we'll make cabs with it similar to the one in the photo. The reason being that this material has natural flecks that make it sparkle.... the smooth, clear surface of a cabochon will act like a window to see what's inside the gem. We facet clear material to make it reflect light and sparkle... but in this case it would actually take away from the gem if we faceted it. They will be stunning gems(:

We had never heard of this material until about 6 months ago... it's pretty rare stuff. There are other types of quartz called strawberry quartz that don't come close to this material.....you have to know the difference between the genuine article and the junk some people try to pawn off as "strawberry quartz".

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Jessica Dow & Mark Anderson
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Different Seasons Jewelry and Lapidary

Thanks for the comments(: I LOVE your little fairy houses... amazing!

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Jessica Dow & Mark Anderson
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Different Seasons Jewelry and Lapidary

you're welcome and thank you!

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“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed citizens can change the world; indeed, it’s the only thing that ever has.” Margaret Mead

Thanks for the info. I really want to see it finished now!! Got any links for me to visit? If not, I will **sigh** have to wait for your masterpiece!!! lol

Thanks for the reply(: This is a link to my MySpace page... it has some interesting slideshows and blog entries.~ [link]

thanks!

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Jessica Dow & Mark Anderson
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Different Seasons Jewelry and Lapidary

Thanks! I'll be sure to check 'em out!!