Variscite Cabochon

Variscite is a popular lapidary material.  It's found in a few places around the world.  We believe this is from Nevada.

The cabochon measures 28 x 18 x 5.6 mm.  It has a girdle height approx. 2.4 mm and is sloped at 5 degrees for ease in setting.  The back is also polished.

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