Indeterminate Rough Mineral (likely low-grade or non-diamond material)

Indeterminate Rough Mineral (likely low-grade or non-diamond material) · Rough / Uncut / Irregular

N/A (Rough state) Cut

Indeterminate Rough Mineral (likely low-grade or non-diamond material) - Rough / Uncut / Irregular

Carat

Estimated 2.0 to 3.5 carats

Color

Colorless with blue/grey environmental reflections

Clarity

I3 (Prominent internal fracturing and cleavage planes)

Shape

Rough / Uncut / Irregular

Overall Assessment

This appears to be a highly included, fractured piece of rough mineral. Based on the fracture patterns and lack of characteristic diamond habit, it is likely industrial grade or a look-alike mineral.

Cut Quality

N/A (Rough state)

Brilliance

Very Low (Surface reflection only)

Fire

None detected

Scintillation

None

Proportions

N/A - No geometric faceting present

Symmetry

Poor - Asymmetrical raw form

Polish

N/A - Raw surface texture

Fluorescence

Indeterminate without UV light source

Inclusions

Heavy internal fracturing, multi-directional cleavage, and structural flaws

Blemishes

Rough surface pitting, irregular textures, and sharp edges

Origin

Unclear (Surface features suggest common mineral glass or quartz bypass)

Treatment Detection

Unable to determine from image; appears raw

Estimated Value

Minimal tool-grade or specimen value; under $50 USD if non-diamond

Certification Estimate

Unlikely to be certified by GIA/IGI in its current state as a gem-quality diamond

Investment Potential

None; lacks gem-grade transparency and quality

Similar Diamonds

Industrial grade bort or low-clarity rough quartz

Setting Suggestions

Wire-wrapped rough jewelry or specimen display

Care & Maintenance

Avoid impact as the internal fractures suggest a high risk of shattering

Interesting Facts

The specimen lacks the octahedral crystal habit typical of most rough diamonds

Identified on 5/2/2026