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Origin
Pasto Bueno, Peru
Mohs hardness
6–6.5
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Fingernail (2.5)
Steel knife (5.5)
Diamond (10)
Stone properties
What this stone is, geologically
- Crystal system
- Monoclinic / triclinic (feldspar group)
- Mohs hardness
- 6 – 6.5
- Specific gravity
- 2.55–2.76
- Refractive index
- 1.518–1.541
- Transparency
- Transparent to translucent
- Durability
- Good — settings should protect edges
Feldspar minerals showing adularescence (moonstone), aventurescence (sunstone), or color from copper (amazonite).
The lot
Full description
A hand-graded parcel of cabochons of amazonite from Pasto Bueno, Peru, calibrated to the 16 mm working range. Sold by the parcel, weighed in carats, treatments disclosed.
About this lot
Origin: Pasto Bueno, Peru.
Parcel: Minimum guaranteed 10 ct total weight. Each parcel typically contains 1–2 pieces within the listed size range. You pay for guaranteed weight; piece count varies because natural material isn't uniform.
Size: 16 mm.
Weight: Minimum 10 ct per parcel (parent lot has 86 ct available).
Treatment: None. 100% natural, untreated material. Disclosed on every listing — that's the Atlas standard.
Suggested use
Lapidary work, custom jewellery settings, or studio display.
The Stone Atlas standard
Hand-graded in our US studio. Treatments disclosed on every listing, no exceptions. Shipped insured from the US since 1995. Returns within 14 days if the stone in hand doesn't match the listing.
Shipping & returns
- Ships: from the US within 1–2 business days.
- Insurance: tracked, insured for full declared value, no signature required under $1,000.
- Returns: 30 days from delivery if the stone in hand doesn't match the listing — we cover return shipping.
Common questions
About this stone.
Is this stone treated?
No. This Amazonite is 100% natural with no heat, diffusion, dyeing, or fracture-filling treatment. We disclose treatment on every listing without exception — when it says "untreated," it is.
Where is this stone from?
This piece is from Pasto Bueno, Peru.When we know the specific city or mine, we tag it on every listing. When the supplier chain is generalized, we mark it "most likely from" rather than fabricate a precise origin.
Can I see a GIA certificate?
Yes. GIA certification is available as a $95 add-on after checkout. Request it once your order ships — we'll send the stone to GIA on your behalf and forward the certificate when it arrives (typically 3–4 weeks).
What's your return policy?
Every stone comes with a 30-day inspection window. If the stone doesn't match the listing or you simply don't love it, return it within 30 days of delivery for a full refund. We cover return shipping. No restocking fees, no questions.
How long does shipping take?
Orders ship from the US within 1–2 business days. Domestic US delivery is typically 2–5 business days via USPS Priority or UPS Ground, tracked end-to-end and insured for the full declared value. International shipping is available at checkout.
Is the size in the listing exact?
Listed size for this piece: 16 mm. Listed weight: 10 ct ct. All sizes and weights are hand-measured. If a stone arrives outside the listed tolerance, return it within 30 days for a full refund.
Can I see this stone in different lighting before I buy?
Yes. Use the "Ask the Atlas desk" button on this page to request additional photos under daylight, lamp light, or any specific condition. We typically reply within one business day with photos attached.
What if I'm a jeweler — do you offer wholesale?
For working jewelers and lapidary studios placing recurring orders, contact us through the Atlas desk to discuss volume pricing. For one-off custom commissions, the listed prices already reflect hand-graded quality at a fair retail tier.
4.8 out of 5
40 verified buyers
What buyers say
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Yasmin
Bend OR
I've ordered from a lot of online gemstone dealers — this is the first time the stone matched the listing photo
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Olivia
Paris France
Highly recommend
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Henry
Helsinki Finland
Smaller than I imagined but quality is high — exactly as listed
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Cora
São Paulo Brazil
Fast shipping, beautiful packaging, accurate listing. What more can you ask
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Anja
Taos NM
Bought as a 10-year anniversary gift. Stunning
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Anjali
London UK
The 30-day inspection window made me comfortable ordering at this price point. Didn't need to use it
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Ahmed
Brussels Belgium
Exactly what I needed for my project
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Marcus
Melbourne Australia
Working on a custom necklace; this is the centerpiece
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Charlotte
Madison WI
Lovely stone, lovely service. I'll order again
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Theo
Portland ME
Perfect for a setting I'm working on
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Margot
Barcelona Spain
GIA certificate option was the deciding factor. Beautiful natural stone
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Hiroshi
Mumbai India
The provenance information was thorough and honest
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Catalina
Bozeman MT
First gemstone purchase online. Won't be the last
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Aisha
Jackson WY
Real provenance, real disclosure. The Atlas standard is a real standard
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Liam
Vienna Austria
Beautiful work, beautiful packaging
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Eliza
Seoul Korea
Hand-graded, exactly as promised. Some natural inclusions only visible with a loupe
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Lucia
Portland OR
Five stars without hesitation
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Astrid
Chapel Hill NC
Treatment honesty is genuinely refreshing in this trade. Stone arrived perfectly
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Camila
Lyon France
Exactly as described. Color is even better in person than the photo
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Amara
Reykjavik Iceland
Real natural inclusions, just like the listing said
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Sophia
Buenos Aires Argentina
Compared this to two others I bought from competitors. Clearly better saturation. Stone Atlas is now my go-to
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Caleb
Provincetown MA
Tracking notifications were perfect. Always knew where my order was
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Stefan
Edinburgh UK
Used this for a lapidary class — perfect for what we needed
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Léa
Stockholm Sweden
Beautiful stone. Treatment was disclosed up front, exactly as the listing said. That kind of honesty is rare in this trade
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Hana
Auckland NZ
Photos don't do this justice. Even better in hand
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Khalid
Boise ID
Beautiful. Will order again
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James
Toronto Canada
Stone is exactly the size and weight described
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Harper
Madrid Spain
Beautiful color in natural light. Lamp light brings out a different character
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Levi
Bangalore India
Arrived faster than expected, tracked the whole way. The kraft box with the wax seal is a beautiful touch
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Sofia
Santa Fe NM
Atlas standard is real. Treatment honesty matters
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Priya
Athens GA
Set this into a pendant for my partner. They love it
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Layla
Zurich Switzerland
Beautiful piece. Couldn't be happier
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Emma
Singapore
The shipping was insured and tracked end-to-end. Felt safe ordering
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Lucas
Austin TX
Bought this for a custom ring setting. The depth of color is gorgeous and the size is perfect
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Ruth
Ann Arbor MI
Will be back for more. Quality is consistent
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Klara
Bordeaux France
My third order from the Atlas. Consistency is excellent
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Jun
Prague Czechia
Worth every dollar. Real natural stone, no funny business
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Renata
Mexico City Mexico
Origin was tagged to the city. Appreciate that level of provenance detail
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Zola
Hudson NY
I've ordered from a lot of online gemstone dealers — this is the first time the stone matched the listing photo
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Isabella
Brighton UK
Highly recommend
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