Belomorite Moonstone Sphere Ball Russian Stone Gemstone Mineral

Description BELOMORITE SPHERE This is the iridescent belomorite sphere with quartz. Diameter 2.8″ (71mm). Weight – 17.9oz (508 grams). Origin: Russia, Karelia. Some information about belomorite: Belomorite (moonstone) is the trade name for iridescent plagioclase (peristerite) from granitic pegmatites of North Karelia in the White Sea region. This ornamental stone is a variety of feldspars, predominantly oligoclase. It is especially popular due to its unique optical effect – it has a delicate bluish tint, visually reminiscent of moonlight. Characterized by softness, the color ranges from white to beige and yellowish. Here you will find other belomorite spheres >>>