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COLOR
  • Different varieties: purple is a rare variety from Maine. Blue stones from Brazil with colors rivalling Paraiba tourmaline are most in demand
  • A light green variety of apatite carries the trade name "asparagus stone"
  • The recent availability of the neon blue-green variety from Madagascar has gained popularity
CLARITY
  • Eye clean larger stones are quite common


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TREATMENTS
CUT
  • Color: Most apatites are heat treated to enhance color
  • Cabochon or creative cut by lapidary artists



care
  • Apatites are delicate - especially when subjected to heat, temperature changes, changes in air pressure (such as in an airplane)
  • Dampened soft fabrics with no abrasive or chemical additives, or a soft bristle toothbrush doused with water
  • Not recommended to use in rings
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