Bone

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Photo courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CM (NAJA), Global Gemology & Appraisals

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

Photo courtesy of Scott Papper, GIA GG, AJP, CM (NAJA), Global Gemology & Appraisals

Bone is an organic material used in jewelry.

Remains of blood vessels are visible on the surface.
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