The heat resistant property of Kyanite makes it valuable to porcelain makers.
Kyanite is an exotic gemstone that is more often found in a recipe for porcelain than a fine cut piece of jewelry. This silicate crystal is extremely heat resistant making it valuable in refractory manufacturing as well. The blue version of this stone is popular as a gemstone, but. the elongated structure of the crystals requires a master gem cutter to shape it into a jewelry ready piece. You can sell uncut Kyanite to a variety of buyers, each of whom may have a unique plan for the stones.
Instructions
1. Obtain rough Kyanite in bulk from miners, brokers or other suppliers. Bulk lots can be found online on classified and auction sites. Kyanite is a rare stone that can only be found in a few places around the world. Central Virginia is the only place in the United States where Kyanite is mined in quantity. The names and addresses for these mines can be found in the yellow pages.
2. Visit porcelain and refractory manufacturers. Meet with purchasers at each operation and discuss selling your Kyanite to each manufacturer as a raw material.
3. Find artisan shops that make exotic, custom jewelry. Sell your Kyanite to these buyers as rough stones that can be faceted into gemstones.
4. Separate your rough stones into groups of ten to twelve stones each. Take pictures of each lot and sell the stones to individuals through online auction sites.
5. Find professional jewelers that offer exotic, one-of-a-kind pieces. Sell your stones to these buyers. Remember that professional jewelers will not pay top dollar for uncut Kyanite. These will be a buyer of last resort for your supply of uncut stones.
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