These were the first 4 stones from which I chose the left and the right for Helen's earrings. The Top stone has a terrible crack, and the bottom is fabulous but also has some problems.
the original 4 showing that the 2 were the best choice at this time.
surfaces are always ragged before final.
lower left...showing the real promise of its final cut
all of these stones were stunning
First pictures of the two for Helen ... still awaiting final polish
still not final
The back side of the two
the fine filament shows that the focus is very good...
Impossible to show all of them in perfect focus
just effulgent
the two still need final polish
showing roiling color
even better
One of the first 4 couldn't be an earring, so Murray provided a 5th stone...
what can be inside ?
after cutting #5 14 x 10mm still not final
