| Mineral: |
feldspar |
| Gem: |
sunstone |
| Size: |
7 mm x 9 mm & 6 mm x 11 mm |
| Carat: |
2.8 ct & 3.25 ct |
| Cut: |
Opposed bar & emerald cut |
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| Origin: |
Dust Devil Mine (Oregon) link to mine |
| Genral Info: |
The generic term "feldspar" comes from the Germanic term "feldt spat", meaning "mineral with prominent cleavage from the field". It was a prime constituent of many of the rocks over turned by farmers while plowing their fields. The feldspars are made up of three fundamental members and a wide number of chemical mixtures. |
