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Elbaite
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Unknown Owner
Elbaite (nicknamed “The Take-off” for its resemblance to a large rocket with its solid-fuel boosters falling away), 16.2 cm, from the Rocket Pocket, Pederneira mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Illustrated in the Mineralogical Record (January–February 2015). Private collection; Tom Spann photo. Reference: Pezzotta et al. (2015).
Product details
Species
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions16.2 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
Publications
- Mineralogical Record Flawless Beauty page 183
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| — | Will Johnson | Not disclosed |


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