{"product_id":"corvettite-free-from-3-94ct-25x11x4mm-fordite-bowling-green-ky-usa-copy","title":"Corvettite Free From, 3.94ct, 25x11x4mm \"Fordite\" Bowling Green, KY, USA","description":"\u003cp\u003eCorvettite, commonly known as \"Fordite,\" is a unique lapidary material formed from layers of automotive paint that have been baked and compressed over decades. This specimen originates from Bowling Green, Kentucky, home to the legendary Chevrolet Corvette manufacturing plant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis 3.94-carat piece measures 25x11x4mm and showcases the distinctive multicolored banding characteristic of Fordite. Each layer tells the story of different paint applications, creating natural patterns of reds, blues, greens, and metallics that are impossible to replicate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFordite is prized by collectors and artisans for its vibrant colors and historical significance. It takes a high polish beautifully, making it ideal for custom jewelry, display pieces, or mineral collections. As automotive manufacturing practices have evolved, genuine Fordite from active production facilities has become increasingly rare and collectible.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"John P Silva","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53330556813630,"sku":"CVT07","price":44.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0892\/9080\/1470\/files\/1_18e19151-c778-486d-96f1-5e8c768e1a58.jpg?v=1776544351","url":"https:\/\/silvansons.com\/products\/corvettite-free-from-3-94ct-25x11x4mm-fordite-bowling-green-ky-usa-copy","provider":"Silva N Sons","version":"1.0","type":"link"}