Bone

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Carved bone pendant

Species:  Bone
Color:  Opaque white to light yellow, but can be dyed any color
RI:  1.540
Birefringence:  None
SR/DR/AGG:  AGG
Fluorescence:  Not diagnostic
SG:  2.00

Bone Facts

Close-up of graining in organic bone

Bone is an organic material used in jewelry.

Remains of blood vessels are visible on the surface.
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Bone Gallery

All photos courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CMA (NAJA)