Rough Crystal / Raw Mineral
Rough Crystal / Raw Mineral · Uncut Rough / Natural Crystal Fragment
Not Applicable (Uncut) Cut
Carat
Estimated 3.5 - 5.0 carats
Color
Near-colorless / Light tint
Clarity
Included (I1-I2)
Shape
Uncut Rough / Natural Crystal Fragment
Overall Assessment
This is a raw, uncut mineral specimen showing natural growth lines and fracture patterns rather than a faceted gemstone. It holds value primarily as a raw educational or mineral specimen.
Cut Quality
Not Applicable (Uncut)
Brilliance
Low due to lack of standard facet geometry
Fire
Minimal dispersion visible on raw surfaces
Scintillation
Poor due to unpolished and irregular faces
Proportions
Not Applicable (Natural crystal habit)
Symmetry
Natural Irregular Symmetry
Polish
Raw / Unpolished Cleavage and Fracture Surfaces
Fluorescence
Unknown (requires UV testing)
Inclusions
Internal fractures, feathering, and cloud-like inclusions visible
Blemishes
Natural surface etchings, striations, and cleavage planes
Origin
Natural alluvial or primary kimberlite deposit
Treatment Detection
No signs of artificial treatment; completely natural state
Estimated Value
Nominal value as a raw specimen
Certification Estimate
GIA / IGI (would certify as Natural Diamond Rough)
Investment Potential
Low as a gem investment, collectible as a mineral specimen
Similar Diamonds
Typical industrial or low-gem-quality rough diamond specimens
Setting Suggestions
Wire-wrapped pendant, organic claw setting, or kept as a raw mineral specimen
Care & Maintenance
Store safely to prevent chipping along natural cleavage planes; clean gently with warm soapy water
Interesting Facts
Displays natural crystal growth striations and conchoidal fracture patterns characteristic of uncut diamond or quartz crystal