Cabochonit - Rutiilikvartsi Cabochon (Brasilia)

The golden rutile needles in this stone look like little strands of spun gold suspended inside the clear quartz. I bought it for a wire-wrapped pendant and the cabochon's dome is nicely polished with no flat spots or scratches. Already eyeing another one for my collection.

The polished face is so glassy smooth it catches light beautifully, and the golden needles look like they're suspended mid-swim inside the stone. I bought this for a wire-wrapped pendant and the shape and weight feel just right for that.

The golden needles in this stone are even more striking in person than in the photos, catching the light beautifully from every angle. I bought it for a wire-wrapped pendant and the polished surface is flawless, with no chips or rough edges. This is exactly the quality I was hoping for in a Brazilia