Weight 12g
Length 37.2mm
Height 24.6mm
Width 7.4mm
A stunning lapis lazuli mini butterfly carving, weighing 12g, showcasing rich, deep blue hues with captivating pyrite inclusions that shimmer under UV light. Expertly crafted, this unique piece highlights the natural beauty of the stone, with golden pyrite flecks adding a touch of sparkle. Perfect for collectors, crystal enthusiasts, or as a distinctive decorative item. The UV-reactive pyrite creates a mesmerising glow, making this butterfly carving a truly special addition to any collection.
UV reactivity, also known as fluorescence, is a property of certain materials, like the pyrite inclusions in your lapis lazuli butterfly carving, where they absorb ultraviolet (UV) light and emit visible light, creating a glowing effect. When exposed to UV light (invisible to the human eye, with wavelengths shorter than 400 nm), the material’s electrons absorb the energy, become excited, and then release it as visible light as they return to their normal state. In your carving, the pyrite inclusions glow under UV light due to trace elements or structural defects that enable this fluorescence. The effect is temporary, only occurring while UV light is present, and adds a striking, luminous quality to the piece, enhancing its visual appeal for collectors and enthusiasts.
Weight 12g
Length 37.2mm
Height 24.6mm
Width 7.4mm
A stunning lapis lazuli mini butterfly carving, weighing 12g, showcasing rich, deep blue hues with captivating pyrite inclusions that shimmer under UV light. Expertly crafted, this unique piece highlights the natural beauty of the stone, with golden pyrite flecks adding a touch of sparkle. Perfect for collectors, crystal enthusiasts, or as a distinctive decorative item. The UV-reactive pyrite creates a mesmerising glow, making this butterfly carving a truly special addition to any collection.
UV reactivity, also known as fluorescence, is a property of certain materials, like the pyrite inclusions in your lapis lazuli butterfly carving, where they absorb ultraviolet (UV) light and emit visible light, creating a glowing effect. When exposed to UV light (invisible to the human eye, with wavelengths shorter than 400 nm), the material’s electrons absorb the energy, become excited, and then release it as visible light as they return to their normal state. In your carving, the pyrite inclusions glow under UV light due to trace elements or structural defects that enable this fluorescence. The effect is temporary, only occurring while UV light is present, and adds a striking, luminous quality to the piece, enhancing its visual appeal for collectors and enthusiasts.
