Bridewell Stone Oval

Bridewell Stone OvalA rare, handcrafted man made gemstone born from the artistic vision and scientific precision of lapidary artists Ray and Amy Bridewell in Kentucky. Each Bridewell Stone cabochon is meticulously grown by blending premium purified minerals (including silica, zinc, lithium, copper, and other elements) and melting them at volcanic temperatures exceeding 2,400F. Through controlled slow cooling, stunning crystalline formations bloom within a gem quality

often accented with delicate golden-brown

branch-like inclusions of dark manganese or iron oxides

Larimar is semi translucent in the higher grades and because of this

Each carving is meticulously handcrafted

jadeite is quite rare

Nevada this glossy gemstone can range in pleasing pastels from soft yellow

Chances are slim

and subtle landscape-like formations

and a touch of coastal charm

Did you know that this material was formed 25-30 million years ago

The only other area this is found near turquoise is in Nevada

Deep mine shafts have been created since the '70s to extract the gemstone and the Dominican government regulates the area to ensure that this resource stays in the possession of the people