Handcrafted ring with a freeform Russian charoite cabochon, hand-set. The charoite displays the characteristic deep violet swirling pattern from the world's only deposit: the Chara River, Eastern Siberia.
Piece Details
| Mineral |
Charoite (potassium, calcium, and manganese phyllosilicate) |
| Shape |
Freeform cabochon, flat back |
| Finish |
Polished with Patina |
| Hardness |
5–6 Mohs |
| Origin |
Russia — Chara River basin, Yakutia. Only origin worldwide. |
| Treatment |
No detectable treatment |
| Piece Type |
Unique piece |
This specific piece
Charoite is one of the few stones in the world with a single confirmed geographical origin: the deposit in the Chara River basin, in the Republic of Yakutia, Eastern Siberia. The freeform cabochon follows the natural geometry of the fragment, revealing the violet swirling pattern that distinguishes this species from any other mineral.
With 5–6 Mohs, charoite is durable enough for use in jewelry.
How charoite's pattern is formed
Charoite's swirling pattern is the result of an unusual metamorphic formation: the rock underwent extreme pressures and temperatures that aligned the mineral's acicular crystals in curved, parallel bands. The violet color comes from manganese in the phyllosilicate structure. The combination of a rare mineral plus extreme formation conditions makes charoite unrepeatable in the mineral world.
Charoite in lapidary tradition
Charoite was scientifically described in 1978 by Soviet mineralogists Vera and Yuri Rogov. Despite its recent description in Western scientific literature, Siberian lapidaries had known about it for decades prior. In contemporary lapidary tradition, it is valued as one of the few truly rare stones — with a single-source species and unique worldwide origin.
It is associated with transformation and profound change.
The symbolic properties attributed to minerals belong to cultural and historical traditions. They are shared for educational purposes, not as medical advice.
Frequently asked questions
Is it genuine charoite?
Genuine charoite has a violet swirling pattern with visible fibers to the naked eye, tactile density, and a silky luster. The most common imitations are lepidolite or dyed violet fluorite. No detectable treatment in this piece.
What is the ring size?
The ring size is indicated in the selected variant. To verify your size, consult our size chart.
What metal is the setting?
The setting metal is specified in the product title and description. For additional questions, contact us via the contact form.
Is it a unique piece?
Yes. The charoite cabochon has an unrepeatable pattern. The image shows exactly the piece you will receive.
How is it cared for?
Charoite has 5–6 Mohs — moderately soft. Avoid contact with abrasives, water, and chemicals. See jewelry care guide.
More about charoite: charoite properties. See also: ring collection.
