Rough natural crystal (uncut mineral specimen, likely quartz or low-grade diamond/gem rough)
Rough natural crystal (uncut mineral specimen, likely quartz or low-grade diamond/gem rough) · Uncut / Raw crystal form
Not applicable (Rough stone) Cut
Carat
Estimated 3.5 to 5.0 carats based on visual size
Color
Off-white to yellowish-brown hue
Clarity
I3 (Included / heavily fractured)
Shape
Uncut / Raw crystal form
Overall Assessment
This appears to be a raw, uncut mineral specimen rather than a high-grade faceted diamond. It exhibits significant natural inclusions, fractures, and surface irregularities typical of unrefined geological rough.
Cut Quality
Not applicable (Rough stone)
Brilliance
Poor due to lack of facet polish and heavy internal inclusions
Fire
Negligible in current rough state
Scintillation
None
Proportions
Irregular raw crystal proportions
Symmetry
Asymmetrical raw formation
Polish
Unpolished natural crystal faces
Fluorescence
Unknown without UV testing, likely inert to faint
Inclusions
Heavy internal fracturing, cloudiness, and dark mineral inclusions
Blemishes
Surface pitting, natural etching, and rough texture
Origin
Natural rough mineral origin
Treatment Detection
No obvious signs of human treatment; appears completely natural
Estimated Value
Nominal value as a raw mineral specimen
Certification Estimate
Unlikely to be certified by major labs (GIA/AGS) as a gem-quality diamond; suitable for specimen collection
Investment Potential
Low investment potential for resale, primarily of educational or decorative interest
Similar Diamonds
Other low-grade industrial or specimen-grade rough diamonds
Setting Suggestions
Wire-wrapped organic setting or displayed as a raw mineral specimen
Care & Maintenance
Store carefully to prevent chipping along natural fracture lines; clean gently with warm soapy water
Interesting Facts
Raw diamond crystals often show natural octahedral or dodecahedral growth features, though this specimen heavily resembles raw quartz or pegmatite mineral rough