

Multicolor ammolite gemstones have a Mohs hardness of 4 out of 10 on the Mohs scale this number varies with differing compositions. Multicolor ammolite gemstones have a near vitreous luster and can appear slightly resinous when stabilized with epoxy, polymer or resins. Almost all ammolite gemstones will include part of the host matrix such as clay, limestone or shale. Multicolor ammolite gemstones are naturally opaque. Ammolite sources and deposits are expected to be depleted and exhausted within the next twenty years. Ammolite's characteristics are highly its desirable, opal-like, iridescent play-of-color that typically occurs in shades of green and red, but all colors are possible.

Ammolite is composed of the fossilized shell remains of ammonites, primarily aragonite, which is the same material that makes up nacreous pearls. Ammolite is part of a small group of organic gemstones, that includes: amber, coral, jet, and pearl.

Multicolor ammolite gemstones can be called ammonite by some they are one of the rarest gemstones on earth. Multicolor ammolite gemstones Back to Top Buy multicolor ammolite Agate rings are often used for class rings as well as in birthstone rings. Many beautiful charm bracelets and beaded anklets will utilize agates as the central stone of choice. Multicolor agate gemstones are an excellent stone for ladies as well. Some of the fancy free-form shapes are unique and can provide a tribal look that many gentlemen prefer, making especially unique pendants. Multicolor agate gemstones can be worn as a pendant, necklace or as an everyday ring they are also a favorite among men because of the abundance of sizes and shapes available. This Mohs hardness means that multicolor agate gemstones are suitable for numerous jewelry applications. Multicolor agate gemstones are very durable and reliable with a Mohs hardness of 6.7-7 out of 10 on the Mohs scale. Multicolor agate gemstones clarity typically ranges from translucent to opaque and luster will most often be waxy or dull like agate and chrysocolla.

Agate gemstones occur in a wide range of colors and patterns, and almost all agate will be multicolored due to unique banding. This group of quartz is the second most abundant mineral on the earth's crust. Multicolor agate gemstones belong to the quartz family of minerals. Multicolor agate gemstones Back to Top Buy multicolor agate gemstones So, using our guide below, click on any of the gem types to learn and shop some of the world's most popular multicolor gemstones available today: We felt that this guide should only list those gem types that can be found in multicolor meaning not a single or a gem type that displays two colors. For example, ametrine is a bi-color quartz but since there is actually a bi-color gemstone group, we did not include this in our multicolor list. There are several multicolor gemstones that did not make this list, mostly due to rarity, or they may be 'multicolor' in other ways. When most people think about a multicolor gemstone there may not be many names that come to mind, but there are a number of other multicolor gemstones available today. However, finding gems by color can often be very difficult especially since gemstone dealers tend to list availability by gem type or gem variety rather than gems by color. Today, many customers prioritize color and are less concerned with the actual gemstone variety as long as the stone is durable enough for their purpose. When it comes to colored gemstones, color is king. Multicolor Gemstones: List of Multicolor Precious & Semi-Precious Gems Buy Multicolor Gemstones from GemSelect
