Sunstone (feldspar) from this gem field comes in a variety of colors. Most common is a light straw-yellow color. Most highly prized is deeply saturated reddish-orange sunstone (hence the name "Sunstone"). The reddish color is a result of trace amounts of copper. When the copper is present as tiny platelets, light can reflect from the surface of the platelets and cause an iridescence termed "schiller." This gemstone contains essentially no schiller. The color of this gem is a gorgeous deep reddish orange. The best reddish orange to come from this locality. The crafting of this gemstone is exceptional. The facet meets, proprotion, and polish are all very fine. This gem would look great in a pendant, pin, or special occasion ring. This is definitely a gemstone for the person desiring something rare and very special.

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