Aquamarine from Pakistan, Gilgit-Baltistan, Shigar District, Shigar Valley

A superb aquamarine specimen attractively displayed on a sculptural quartz and feldspar matrix from the classic pegmatites of Shigar Valley. The aquamarine forms a sharply terminated, well-proportioned hexagonal prism exhibiting a true aquamarine blue color of balanced saturation—neither pale nor overly intense—characteristic of high-quality natural material from this locality. Transparency is excellent, with natural internal growth features mainly confined to the lower portion of the crystal. The aquamarine rises prominently from the bright white, blocky quartz and feldspar matrix, creating strong contrast and an excellent three-dimensional presentation. The specimen is complete, undamaged, and naturally positioned, and its overall scale places it firmly within the large cabinet category, making it a commanding display piece. A refined and visually strong specimen valued for its honest color, crystal form, aesthetic balance, and classic Pakistani provenance—well suited for advanced mineral collections.