Sphene 1.87ct

Sphene

Sphene, also known as titanite, is a high-gloss yellowish-green, green, or brown gemstone with unique shades of color and a brilliant cut, intense fiery appearance that can rival diamond. Sphene has always been a rare gem on the market. New deposits have increased and there is now more sphene on the market.

Sphene comes from the Greek word for "wedge," due to its typical wedge-shaped crystal habit. The mineralogical name 'Titanite' derives from its titanium content. The sphene is strongly pleochroic, displaying at least three colors (colorless, greenish-yellow, and reddish) when viewed from different angles.

The brilliant cut serves to enhance the 'fire' better. Depending on the clarity, sphene is also carved in cabochon and round cut shapes. With a hardness of 5 -5.5 on the Mohs scale, sphene is a soft gem that needs care and is best used alone for pendants, earrings or brooches.