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Mineral: zircon
Gem: brown zircon
Size: xx
Carat: xx
Cut: triangular cut
Origin: unknown
General Info: The name comes from the Persian "zargun", meaning "gold-colored". This word has been corrupted into "jargoon" which is used to describe light, usually inferior colored stones. It is mined for its zirconium and hafnium content.
Additional Information
Brown zircon is perhaps the most common variety. This is a slightly better than average native cut stone. It has a nice sparkle and is pleasing yellow-brown color.