Kyanite Rings
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The Kyanite Gemstone
Kyanite rings are treasured for their beautiful deep blue sapphire color - the name kyanite is from the Greek term ‘kyanos’ which means blue - and exceptional brilliance and fire qualities. The kyanite gemstone can be a challenge to cut, and the stones need some special care, but overall a quality kyanite set ring is a treasure which will be enjoyed for many years to come. Kyanite colors come in green, white, blue, gray, and black colors, but for most jewelry purposes the blue form of the gemstone is used. Properties of Kyanite: Durability = Good
Hardness = 4.5 – 7.0
Refractive Index = 1.71 – 1.74
Specific Gravity = 3.56 – 3.67 Enhancements = At this time, kyanite does not receive any enhancements or treatments. Kyanite has a perfect cleavage rating, meaning that it can split or fracture if it is hit from a certain angle on a specific point. Kyanite gemstones also have a unique type of hardness property because the hardness of the stone varies according to the angles being measured; for this reason, one kyanite gemstone can have multiple ratings of hardness across the stone. Special Care = Due to the gemstones cleavage and hardness properties, those who wear kyanite rings need to take care not to expose the ring to any hard blows or knocks. Kyanite is currently found in Brazil, Burma, India, Kenya, Mozambique, Nepal, Russia, Switzerland, and the United States. (*Note: Until ethical standards have improved in Burma, shoppers should avoid any gemstones sourced from this country). Kyanite Price Guide: Kyanite costs an average of $50.00 per carat, but the value of a kyanite gemstone depends on the color, cut, and clarity of the stone. The most highly valued kyanite stones are dark blue in color, transparent, are a uniform blue color throughout the stone, and have good color depth. As this type of gemstone is difficult to cut due to its cleavage properties, a quality or custom cut kyanite gemstone will fetch a higher price. Stones which have a good clarity rating and which are free from inclusions or blemishes are also valued at higher prices. Larger carat sizes can increase the overall cost of the ring, but the three most important C's for this gemstone are color, cut, and clarity. Meaning of Kyanite: Kyanite is believed to gift the wearer with supernatural abilities including foresight, dreams with insightful messages, the ability to meditate deeply, and reaching into the subconscious to discover hidden truths. Kyanite is also believed to be a calming stone which can soothe anger and agitation and lift depression. Kyanite Shopping Tips: Quality kyanite rings may sometimes be difficult to find because of the challenging aspects of cutting this stone, but if shoppers take their time and research multiple sellers a quality ring can be found. Due to the stone’s hardness qualities, it is best to buy a gemstone that has already been set in a ring; otherwise, only a professional jeweler that has experience setting kyanite gemstones should set a loose kyanite gemstone into a custom setting. Remember to look for kyanite gemstones which are deep blue in color and transparent, offer a quality cut, and which have a good clarity rating. Always buy your ring from a seller who offers a return policy, and have the gemstone checked by an independent jeweler to ensure the gemstone’s quality.
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