Natural Cripple Creek Cabochon HS5671
Natural Cripple Creek Cabochon HS5671
About this piece
The Cripple Creek Mine is a celebrated American turquoise source that has produced distinctive material appreciated by collectors throughout history. Its rich mining heritage and enduring reputation make Cripple Creek turquoise a desirable addition to collections featuring turquoise from historic mining districts.
This impressive Cripple Creek Turquoise cabochon weighs 70 cts and measures 38.86 x 29.44 x 8 mm, offering substantial size and an eye-catching cabochon profile. Its generous dimensions make it an exceptional display specimen that showcases the natural character associated with this celebrated turquoise source.
Presented in Natural condition with a Filled, Dyed Matrix, Backed treatment status, this cabochon represents the lasting legacy of the Cripple Creek Mine. Collectors appreciate specimens from this historic source for their connection to American mining heritage and their place within collections of celebrated turquoise.
Whether displayed as a centerpiece or showcased alongside specimens from Kingman, Royston, Carico Lake, Fox, and Number 8, this Cripple Creek cabochon is a meaningful addition that celebrates the beauty, history, and mining heritage of a respected American turquoise source.
Condition
Natural
Naturally formed and mined turquoise that has not been stabilized, enhanced, dyed, waxed, oiled, impregnated, or otherwise treated. Ordinary cutting, shaping, sanding, and non-treatment polishing do not change this designation.
Treatment
Filled Matrix
Surface pits or holes have been filled using crushed stone, grit, epoxy, glue, or another bonding or filling material to create a smoother surface.
Dyed Matrix
Dye or another coloring agent has been applied to darken or alter the matrix while leaving the turquoise's own color substantially unchanged.
Backed
A separate support material has been added to the back of the turquoise for strength, thickness, a flatter setting surface, or easier handling. The amount and type of backing should be disclosed when known.
Turquoise Standard grade
A Turquoise Standard grade has not been documented for this piece yet.