they didn't fit well around the neck :D ok that's not true

Orange colored gem

In the flat part of the cabochon a darker veining is visible

le griffe dovevano essere ramificazioni più che parte di un castone

These are clear and well-formed crystals

Rubino stellato, taglio ovale cabochon, 1,05 ct hand made they didn't fit well aroundThe gem appears opaque. Visible traces of lead glass filling treatment. The purple red color, the medium tone and its saturation compensate for the quality of the original rough. The asterism effect is pleasant and well calibrated. Not precise proportions: the gem develops mainly in length, however this does not compromise its pleasantness.