This Carmel Mountain variscite cabochon features a stunning, rare example of this hydrated aluminum phosphate gemstone. Celebrated for its vivid green palette—from deep apple tones to delicate pale white-green—this piece displays the signature natural patterns and matrix of top-quality variscite, complete with subtle veining and earthy inclusions that lend exceptional character and dimension. Sourced from the Candelaria Hills area in Nevada (specifically a newer pit on the Broken Arrow Claim, sometimes marketed as Carmel Mountain), this material comes from a limited deposit that has since been buried and is unlikely to produce more in the future.