{"product_id":"blue-apatite-rough-madagascar","title":"Blue Apatite - Rough","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLocality\u003c\/b\u003e: Madagascar\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDescription\u003c\/strong\u003e:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1077\" data-start=\"585\"\u003eAs a phosphate mineral with the chemical formula Ca₅(PO₄)₃(F,Cl,OH\u003cstrong data-end=\"656\" data-start=\"634\"\u003e)\u003c\/strong\u003e, apatite plays an important role in geology and is the same mineral group that forms the basis of biological structures like bones and teeth. Madagascar is known for producing some of the world’s finest blue specimens, which are highly valued for lapidary and jewelry applications. In rough form, this material is ideal for cabbing, carving, or simply enjoying as-is for its natural beauty and scientific significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1077\" data-start=\"585\"\u003eBlue Apatite from Madagascar is instantly recognizable for its vivid oceanic hues, ranging from deep teal to bright turquoise, often streaked with natural patterns that highlight its crystalline origins. In its rough form, it retains the raw, rugged textures of its natural growth, offering a striking contrast between its bold coloration and jagged surfaces. The material has a vitreous luster that catches the light even before polishing, making it both visually captivating and versatile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChemical Composition\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: Ca₅(PO₄)₃(F,Cl,OH)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGrade\u003c\/strong\u003e: Lapidary Grade \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAppearance\u003c\/strong\u003e: Translucent\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCracks:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eInclusions\u003c\/strong\u003e: Minimal\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eApproximate Size of\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003e 1 pc\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 10mm x 14mm x 20mm\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate Weight of 1 pc\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e: 6g\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRough is rough. We do our best to grade and describe pieces in the lot, but ultimately, they all differ.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Madagascar","offers":[{"title":"Gram","offer_id":47414909632682,"sku":null,"price":0.12,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"250 grams","offer_id":47414909665450,"sku":null,"price":30.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Kilogram","offer_id":47414909698218,"sku":null,"price":120.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0601\/7158\/3658\/files\/Blue_Apaitie-Rough-4.jpg?v=1760358757","url":"https:\/\/rubblerockandgem.com\/products\/blue-apatite-rough-madagascar","provider":"Rubble Rock And Gem","version":"1.0","type":"link"}