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Pair of blue-green amazonite cabochons in varied shapes, between 13 and 23 mm, selected for tone and veining similarity for handmade earrings. Available in 18 numbered combinations (nr.17 to nr.34).
Item details
| Mineral |
Amazonite (microcline amazonite variety, potassium feldspar) |
| Format |
Selected pair, varied free-form |
| Dimensions per pair |
nr.17: 21×14×3 mm · nr.18: 21×13×3 mm · nr.19: 21×13×4 mm · nr.20: 18×16×4 mm · nr.21: 16×14×4 mm · nr.22: 21×13×4 mm · nr.23: 20×8×3 mm · nr.24: 23×10×4 mm · nr.25: 16×12×4 mm · nr.26: 23×12×4 mm · nr.27: 16×11×4 mm · nr.28: 19×11×3 mm · nr.29: 14×12×3 mm · nr.30: 13×12×4 mm · nr.31: 16×10×4 mm · nr.32: 15×11×3 mm · nr.33: 18×10×4 mm · nr.34: 17×10×4 mm |
| Shape and back |
Varied free-form (oval, teardrop, irregular), semi-flat semi-matte back |
| Finish |
Mirror polish on the face, semi-matte back |
| Hardness |
6-6.5 Mohs — we recommend a closed bezel setting to protect the edge during daily wear |
| Origin |
Material acquired in a wholesale market |
| Treatment |
No detectable treatment |
| Item type |
Pair of unique pieces, free-form selected for tonal harmony |
This particular piece
Each pair is visually selected so that the two cabochons share the same blue-green band: some pairs lean more towards turquoise, others towards apple green or grayish-green, always with the typical white-beige veining of the mineral. The size difference between the two pieces in a pair is usually 1-2 mm because selection prioritizes tone over exact calibration.
How amazonite's color is formed
Amazonite is a variety of microcline (potassium feldspar) whose blue-green color comes from traces of lead (Pb²⁺) that replace potassium ions in the crystal lattice during crystallization in pegmatites. The white or beige veining is intergrowths of albite, a sodium feldspar that forms in parallel during slow cooling. This texture is completely natural and does not constitute any treatment.
What setting works for this
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Closed bezel setting in 925 silver (earrings) — the moderate hardness makes a bezel recommendable to protect it.
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Earrings with open setting in silver or copper — suitable for occasional wear pieces; showcases the full profile.
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Wire wrap — the semi-flat back facilitates wire wrapping in silver.
Amazonite in lapidary tradition
Amazonite owes its name to the Amazon River, although the most significant deposits are in Colorado (Pikes Peak, USA), the Ural Mountains (Russia), and Madagascar — not in the Amazon basin. The name was formalized in the 19th century by mineralogist Johann Friedrich August Breithaupt. Historically, pieces of similar green feldspar were found in ancient Egyptian jewelry and in Tutankhamun's tomb. In crystal tradition, amazonite is associated with serene communication and clarity of speech — it is considered the stone of one who listens before responding.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice or a substitute for professional care.
How to recognize genuine amazonite
Authentic amazonite has an opaque blue-green color with irregular white or beige veining visible to the naked eye or under magnification. Dyed green glass has a uniform tone without this internal texture and excessive vitreous luster. Chrysoprase (another opaque green stone) is more homogeneous and does not have albite veining; its hardness is also greater (6.5-7 Mohs). The color plasticity of real amazonite changes depending on the angle of light, revealing the pearly character of the feldspar.
Frequently asked questions
Are the two cabochons in the pair exactly the same in shape and size?
They are not identical. They are selected for similarity of tone and veining pattern, but the free-form shape may differ slightly.
What type of setting works best with these varied shapes?
A custom-made closed bezel is the most solid option for free-form pieces.
Does amazonite have color treatment or stabilization?
No detectable treatment. The blue-green color is natural and comes from lead traces in the feldspar structure.
