Larimar is an interesting gemstone. This blue pectolite can only be found in the Dominican Republic. The colors of this stone look just like the sky and waters on a tropical postcard. It's a soft gem that can fade in prolonged direct sunlight. I have not seen any faceted larimar gems. It's used like turquoise instead.
I don't have any of the beads, but I have one small pendant that I bought at the International Gem and Jewelry Show that comes to Rosemont twice a year. I normally don't spend more than a few dollars on beads and gems, but this was an exception. I can't remember the exact price, but it was around $25 to $30.
I do realize that it has a "flaw" on the one side, but we are all flawed in some way!
I love all the different rocks and stones. Not enough that I have actually learned about them and studied them, but I can get lost in a gemstone museum for hours. As a kid, I collected every pretty rock I saw. Now I live in Vietnam, so the stones I come across are quite different than the ones I saw in America as a kid.
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I adore that shade of blue. Never come across this stone before and I am always fascinated by gems, both precious and semi-precious. Thanks for sharing
ReplyDeleteThat is not a flaw, it's a mark of distinction!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous color in that heretofore unknown gem, too. I'll bet it looks very pretty on.
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I know Larimer well being from the Dominican Republic. I have several pieces of. Larimer jewelry, earrings, bracelets and pendants. They are pretty.
ReplyDeleteThis is a beautiful stone. Coolas water and bright as the sky.
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