Tsimofan - what is worth knowing about this stone?

for a change chrysoberyl, which is a rare mineral from the oxide cluster. Its name comes from the Greek words KYMA meaning wave and FAINIO meaning I show (the wavy reflections of light as the stone turns). It is called "cat's eye“Because its appearance deceptively resembles the eye of this animal. It also happens that cymophane occurs in another form that is different from the model, namely, it manifests asterism in the form of a four- or six-pointed star. This is due to the presence in the crystal lattice of some, sometimes unknown, foreign body. What else is worth knowing about the gem cymophania?

Tsimofan - where does it come from and how is it done?

It comes in the form of pebbles, i.e. just grains of different sizes. It is naturally smoothed and rounded by the water that transports the stone. Cymophane can be found in igneous rocks called pegamatites and in sedimentary metamorphic rocks.

Most often on Sri Lanka, Russia, Brazil and China.

What is cymofan used for?

Tsimofan is used mainly for the production of expensive, exclusive jewelry. They are usually found polished into a streamlined round stone. The weight of the cymophone varies from 2 and 10 carats.

Cymofan is used in rings, earrings, and pendants that go great with any type of feminine beauty. It is a gem that attracts the attention of others and attracts attention with its specific appearance.