Post subject: Ceruleite (amazing blue stone) where to find rough??????
Posted: Thu Feb 04, 2021 2:28 am
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Hello, I recently came across Ceruleite which is an amazing blue color stone that looks incredible. There are plenty of sources for cheap jewelry made from it but does anyone know where I can find some rough. I would really like to find at least one or several small rough pieces... maybe a 1/2 pound total or more if its affordable. I just can't seem to find where to buy the rough from. If anyone knows of a contact, please let me know.
Post subject: Re: Ceruleite (amazing blue stone) where to find rough??????
Posted: Wed Oct 06, 2021 10:05 pm
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That table is popular but not very good or informative. They should have removed it a long time ago. Not that I'm endorsing this material or its safety, just that the list seems less than informative most of the time.
Post subject: Re: Ceruleite (amazing blue stone) where to find rough??????
Posted: Fri Oct 08, 2021 12:29 pm
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As a lapidary myself I tend to lean on the side of caution when it comes to working with minerals not commonly found used in the field. I to do not find the the gem society's info very informative when it comes to detailed data. If the same mineral as the Op's post, Midat.org has the following: Formula: Cu2Al7(AsO4)4(OH)13 · 11.5H2O IMA Formula: CuAl4(AsO4)2(OH)8(H2O)4 Elements listed: Al, As, Cu, H, O - search for minerals with similar chemistry Health Risks: No information on health risks for this material has been entered into the database. You should always treat mineral specimens with care.
Knowing for sure what this posted image of this mineral is actually comprised of needs to be identified to understand the possible health risks. I truthfully would say "not gonna touch that" on my equipment, to many other pretty Blue rocks commonly used with out the possible risks. But if your a lapidary that always wear bioHazzard outfits when cabbing, carving or whatever then no harm.
Everyone should be wearing tons of ppe while cutting regardless. I always have my apron, ear pro, respirator plus safety glasses on the saw. I look like a ninja turtles villain but it's worth it.
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