Canyonite
Canyonite Sky 214g Cuff, Necklace & Earring Set
$7,800.00
Up for offer is set #1 of the Canyonite Jewelry line in Sterling Silver
This extraordinary, one of a kind, Canyonite cuff, pendant, and earring set handmade by dandelion wishes studio is set in heavy gauge solid sterling silver and features 131.45ct of rare Canyonite gemstones which contain a rare mixture of Crysocolla, Ajoite, Brochantite, and Tenorite within a highly unusual transitional chalcedony-to-quartz matrix. This arrested crystal growth captured a geological process rarely preserved in nature and remains largely undocumented.
Each gemstone is Raman Spectroscopy Verified, ensuring accurate mineral identification and scientific integrity. Extensive comparison with references including Mindat.org and RRUFF has revealed no known equivalent material.
Canyonite Sky Laboratory Point System
| Attribute | Description | Scoring Range |
|---|---|---|
| Mineral Inclusions | Density, definition, and quality of copper-silicate inclusions (Papagoite, Ajoite, Shattuckite, Chrysocolla, etc.) | 0–10 points |
| Color in Inclusions | Hue strength, saturation, and contrast of blue, teal, or sky tones within inclusion zones under full-spectrum light. | 0–10 points |
| Translucency | Degree of light transmission and internal illumination through the chalcedony matrix. | 0–10 points |
Scoring and Grade Assignment
| Grade | Total Points | Quality Classification | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| CS5 | 27–30 | Museum Grade | Exceptional inclusions, vivid celestial coloration, and luminous translucency. Near-perfect matrix harmony. |
| CS4 | 23–26 | Collector Grade | Strong inclusions, vibrant color saturation, balanced translucency, and excellent structural coherence. |
| CS3 | 18–22 | Gem Grade | Visible inclusions, moderate color intensity, sub-translucent glow; minor irregularities accepted. |
| CS2 | 13–17 | Holistic Grade | Soft inclusions, muted sky coloration, limited translucency; grounding and stable. |
| CS1 | 0–12 | Foundational Grade | Minimal inclusions or color; fully opaque; raw elemental matrix suitable for study or lapidary work. |
Attribute Breakdown
1. Mineral Inclusions (0–10 pts)
| Score | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 9–10 | Abundant, sharply defined, rare mineral inclusions |
| 7–8 | Strong inclusions, well-dispersed with visible copper-silicate structures |
| 5–6 | Moderate inclusions, partial visibility under magnification |
| 3–4 | Sparse inclusions, faint presence of copper minerals |
| 0–2 | Indistinct, minimal inclusions or matrix dominant |
2. Color in Inclusions (0–10 pts)
| Score | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 9–10 | Exceptional vibrancy — vivid electric blues or teals with high contrast |
| 7–8 | Strong color intensity, distinct hue with balanced tone |
| 5–6 | Moderate saturation, balanced but less vivid |
| 3–4 | Faint or patchy coloration, low contrast |
| 0–2 | Minimal or absent color expression |
3. Translucency (0–10 pts)
| Score | Criteria |
|---|---|
| 9–10 | Superior translucency to semi-transparency; radiant internal illumination |
| 7–8 | Moderate translucency; soft internal glow |
| 5–6 | Sub-translucent; partial light penetration visible in zones |
| 3–4 | Mostly opaque; limited translucency near edges |
| 0–2 | Fully opaque; no internal light transmission |
Canyonite mineral inclusions are confirmed through Raman and XRD analyses to verify mineral identity and structural phases wherever inclusion analysis is possible.
