Quartz Capped Pearl
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According to Greek mythology, the Chimera was a hybrid monster with a lion’s head, a goat’s body, and the tale of a serpent. Over time, the word “Chimera” has come to refer to any mythical animal with parts taken from various animals. “Chimera” is the word that comes to mind when admiring Mark Oros’ unique and pioneering quartz capped pearl.
This unusual creation is composed of a peach-colored freshwater pearl which has been sliced in half exposing the concentric circles of layers of nacre and then capped with a piece of clear quartz. Once adhered to the pearl, the quartz has been polished and faceted. The resulting work of genius is, in essence, a faceted pearl. This innovative concept allows a viewer to admire the natural external- as well as internal- beauty of the pearl, while simultaneously displaying it in a state rarely seen before.
While it is not unusual for Mark to combine gemstone materials, at 10 carats, this quartz-capped pearl is truly a Chimera in its own right!
Stone: Quartz Capped Pearl
Origin: USA & Tahiti
Treatment: Composite
Carat: 10
Cut: Brilliant Cap
Artist: Mark Oros
This unusual creation is composed of a peach-colored freshwater pearl which has been sliced in half exposing the concentric circles of layers of nacre and then capped with a piece of clear quartz. Once adhered to the pearl, the quartz has been polished and faceted. The resulting work of genius is, in essence, a faceted pearl. This innovative concept allows a viewer to admire the natural external- as well as internal- beauty of the pearl, while simultaneously displaying it in a state rarely seen before.
While it is not unusual for Mark to combine gemstone materials, at 10 carats, this quartz-capped pearl is truly a Chimera in its own right!
Stone: Quartz Capped Pearl
Origin: USA & Tahiti
Treatment: Composite
Carat: 10
Cut: Brilliant Cap
Artist: Mark Oros
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