Non-Diamond / Likely Decorative Stone or Polymer
Non-Diamond / Likely Decorative Stone or Polymer · Rough/Freeform Tumble
Uncut / Tumbled Cut
Carat
Estimated 5.0 - 15.0 carats based on size relative to carpet fibers
Color
Opaque Pinkish-Red / Coral
Clarity
Opaque (Does not meet diamond clarity scales)
Shape
Rough/Freeform Tumble
Overall Assessment
This object is not a diamond. Its physical characteristics, including waxy luster, lack of facets, and opaque pink-red color, indicate it is likely a tumbled decorative stone or a piece of colored plastic/resin.
Cut Quality
Uncut / Tumbled
Brilliance
None (Non-reflective waxy luster)
Fire
None
Scintillation
None
Proportions
N/A (Non-faceted)
Symmetry
Poor / N/A
Polish
Poor (Waxy/Dull surface)
Fluorescence
Indeterminable from image
Inclusions
Dense swirling and flow lines visible internally
Blemishes
Visible surface pitting, scratches, and dull patches
Origin
Likely synthetic polymer or inexpensive tumbled mineral (e.g., dyed quartzite or carnelian)
Treatment Detection
Likely dyed and heat-treated if mineral; molded if polymer
Estimated Value
$1 - $5 (Decorative/Novelty value)
Certification Estimate
N/A (Would not be accepted for diamond grading at GIA/IGI)
Investment Potential
None
Similar Diamonds
None (Does not share optical properties with diamonds)
Setting Suggestions
Wire wrapping or decorative bowl placement
Care & Maintenance
Keep away from heat and harsh chemicals; clean with soft damp cloth
Interesting Facts
The waxy luster and lack of crystalline structure suggest this is a common decorative object rather than a gemstone