Nipomo Marquesite
$265.00
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Nipomo Marquesite From India 5.30 CT
Nipomo Marcasite (often referred to as Nipomo Marcasite Agate) is a rare lapidary stone mined exclusively near Nipomo, California. It is prized for its milky-white to translucent quartz base and striking golden-metallic inclusions of marcasite and pyrite.
While the raw material originates from California, a vast majority of the cut stones, cabochons, and finished jewelry pieces are crafted in Jaipur, India—the global hub for gemstone cutting.
The Dynamic of Nipomo Marcasite in India
- Sourcing & Cutting: Rough chunks of Nipomo material are regularly exported from the US to lapidary factories in India.
- Craftsmanship: Highly skilled artisans in cities like Jaipur process the rough material into polished oval or pear cabochons, beads, and intricate wire-wrapped pendants.
- Market Availability: This cross-continental pipeline allows buyers to acquire unique, polished pieces at wholesale prices, though the original American rough material is considered a tapped-out resource