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Elbaite, Quartz, Albite

Carl Larson
Carl Larson
California
1 for sale·Member since 2026
“Blue-cap” elbaite with quartz and albite, 17.5 cm, from the Tourmaline Queen mine, San Diego County, California. Collected by my father and Ed Swoboda in 1972; ex Josie Scripps collection; Harold and Erica Van Pelt photo.

Product details

Species
Elbaite, Quartz, AlbiteAbout Elbaite →
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions17.5 cm
Added on02/13/2026
Locality
USA, California, Tourmaline Queen MineRegional guide →
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Mineral Collections In California page 160

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Josie ScrippsNot disclosed

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Tourmaline
Mineral guide
Learn about Elbaite
color range and crystal variety define a diverse group; top localities, value factors, quality assessment, and care tips for collectors.
Regional guide
Tourmaline from the Tourmaline Queen Mine
Queen Mine — renowned locality yielding vibrant tourmaline crystals, prized by collectors for color variety and historical collecting significance.