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New York, Grand Havana Room, Apr 25, 2001

LOT 464

Unusual Cat's Eye EmeraldUnmounted, round, cabochon-cut emerald weighing 4.99 cts., exhibiting a strong chatoyancy.

USD 4,500 - 5,000


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Grading System
Grade: AA

Very good

Case: 3-4, 8, 15, 19

Good

Notes

Chatoyancy, or the cat's eye effect seen in some gemstones, such as the prized chrysoberyls, is highly sought after and is an extremely unusual occurance in emerald.