0.32 ct. Chrome Kornerupine

$380.00
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0.32 ct. Chrome Kornerupine

This 0.32-carat cushion cut chrome kornerupine is a beautiful rarity, displaying the unmistakable and enchanting teal (mint green and light blue) hues associated with chromium content. This gem showcases brilliant light reflection and minor inclusions.

Measuring 4.2 x 3.5 x 3 mm, this gem embodies both natural rarity and energetic potency. Kornerupine is one of the most sought-after collector’s stones due to its scarcity, particularly in such a vibrant and highly prized chrome color. Stones of this quality are exceptionally rare and especially since the deposit that produced them has now been fully depleted.

Sourced from limited deposits, kornerupine is a lesser-known but highly revered gemstone prized by both gemstone collectors and metaphysical practitioners. Its unique optical properties, including a birefringence that enhances its brilliance, make this stone a true paragon in the marketplace. Rarely found in gem-quality material above 1 carat, this stone is a testament to nature’s artistry and is highly valued both for its investment potential and its metaphysical significance.

 

SPECIFICATIONS

  • MINERAL TYPE: Kornerupine
  • CUT: Cushion
  • PHENOMENON: None
  • COLOR: Chrome (teal - mint green and light blue mix of color)
  • TRANSPARENCY: Transparent
  • CLARITY: Slightly included
  • WEIGHT: 0.32 ct.
  • SIZE: 4.2 x 3.5 x 3 mm
  • ORIGIN: Tanzania
  • TREATMENT: None
  • HARDNESS: 6.5-7 (Mohs scale)
  • REFRACTIVE INDEX (RI): 1.66-1.72
  • BIREFRINGENCE: 0.006-0.030 (indicative of double refraction)
  • SPECIFIC GRAVITY (SG): 3.28-3.35
  • CRYSTAL SYSTEM: Orthorhombic
  • CHEMICAL COMPOSITION: (Mg,Fe)₂(Al,Fe)₉(Si,Al,B)₅O₂₀
    • (Mg,Fe): Magnesium and iron can substitute for each other in the crystal structure.
    • (Al,Fe): Aluminum and iron can also substitute in certain positions.
    • (Si,Al,B): Silicon, aluminum, and boron are present in the tetrahedral sites.
    • O₂₀: Oxygen forms the main anionic group of the structure.

 

VIBRATIONAL FREQUENCY PROFILE

This kornerupine emits soothing vibrations from the green and blue bands of the electromagnetic spectrum, resonating with the heart and throat chakras. Its mint green hue carries frequencies of renewal, balance, and emotional healing, while its rarity amplifies its energetic power, making it a prized talisman for those seeking alignment and harmony. The blue frequency imparts calm, clarity, and balance.

METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Kornerupine is a gemstone of exceptional rarity, resonating with profound metaphysical energies. Its mint green color symbolizes renewal, growth, and the awakening of the heart, while the blue resonates with calm, clarity, and balance associated with the throat chakra. Known as a stone of spiritual clarity and personal truth, Kornerupine helps its wearer align with their authentic self and connect to higher realms of understanding.

This gem bridges the gap between the physical and the spiritual, offering grounding energies while facilitating introspection and insight. Its rarity enhances its value as a metaphysical tool, as rare stones hold intensified energetic frequencies due to their scarcity and purity.

For collectors, this cushion cut chrome kornerupine represents an extraordinary addition to any gemstone collection, combining aesthetic brilliance with an unparalleled rarity in the gem trade. For energy workers, it serves as a powerful ally in healing emotional wounds, fostering self-compassion, and aligning the heart with universal love.

Whether you are a collector or a metaphysical practitioner, this exquisite chrome kornerupine gemstone embodies both earthly beauty and otherworldly energy.

 

*You will get the exact piece shown here. This piece was hand-selected by Ashley for its shape, structure, color, size, uniqueness, and vibrational quality. 

*Please note that most of our photography and some videos are done with a 2x to 10x macro lens, so inclusions may be visible in the photos and videos, but you will not see them with an unaided eye. While we pride ourselves on our photography that depicts actual color and clarity, colors may be slightly different depending on your screen.

To learn more about the traditional and esoteric gemology of this rare stone, read our blog post Kornerupine: A Rare Gemstone Bridging Worlds of Beauty and Power.

FAQ

JEWELRY

Are the stones and materials you use natural?

Yes! All of the stones we use are high-grade, premium, and 100% natural just as Gaia made them. They are not treated in any way (heat, irradiation, dye, stabilized, etc.) because some treatments alter the vibrational nature of the stone and can be detrimental to the energy field of the wearer. We use either 100% linen or silk thread for our beaded necklaces as they are highly conductive, helping the energy travel powerfully through the piece.

Do pieces come in other sizes or stone combinations?

Each piece made is unique and not made to order. Therefore, this piece cannot be altered and does not come in other sizes or stone combinations. However, if you like this piece and want it longer, made with different stones, or altered in any way, please reach out to request a custom order via the Contact page.

Who made the pieces in your store?

Each piece is handcrafted with intention and love by founder Ashley Sohl. She hand-picks every stone and component that is used, and handmakes each piece with care and attention. We do not believe in mass produced, cookie-cutter jewelry. Sanctuary Vibrational Jewelry makes unique stone ally adornments for inner journeys and personal transformation.

How do you know the vibration of the stones?

The vibrational qualities are painstakingly tested by Ashley using a comibination of ancient and modern vibrational scientific techniques from different schools of thought, including BioGeometry, physical Radiesthesia, New Homeopathy, and more.

Do you use real gold?

Yes! We use solid 14k gold. We recently started offering gold-filled as an option to make pieces accessible to more people. If gold-filled doesn't show up as an option, please contact me to request a custom.

I want a piece that is sold out. What should I do?

Every piece I make is a genuine one of a kind. If you see a piece you like, but is sold out, you can request a custom order to have me make another one. But please be aware that some stones are very rare and I may not be able to source the exact same stones. Use the contact page to send me a message and we can discuss from there.

GEMSTONES & SPECIMENS

I want a gemstone or specimen that is sold out. What should I do?

Each gemstone and specimen in our shop has been hand selected and may be the only one we could acquire. If you see a piece you like, but is sold out, we offer custom sourcing for gemstones, specimens, and rough stones. Please see our Services page to get started.

Do your gemstones come with a certificate of authenticity?

As of the time of this writing, most of our gemstones do not come with a certificate of authenticity. However, we do offer a GIA certificate as an add-on for most gemstones and cabochons. Please note that only certain stones qualify for an identification + origin report (as opposed to just identification). Rough material or specimens are subject to GIA's ability to grade them. If you have questions about certification, please contact us directly.

Are your stones sourced responsibly?

Yes! We have a network of reputable, honest wholesalers, artisinal miners, dealers, and small businesses that align with our core values of fairness and fair trade, equity, transparency, and doing no harm to people and environment. All of our stones are sourced ethically and responsibly.

I'm looking for a specific stone. Can you help me acquire it?

Yes! We offer custom private sourcing for gemstones, specimens, and rough material, however, our specialty is rare, collector-grade stones, and rare combination stones and specimens. As a GIA alumni and having been in the trade for many years, our founder has a network of dedicated, passionate rockhounds, gemologists, gem dealers, artisinal miners, and wholesalers around the world. She also has direct legal access to the emerald mines in Pakistan and Afghanistan where the world's top emeralds come from. Please see our Services page for more information about our custom private sourcing services.