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Photo by Holly Smith

Elbaite

Elbaite, 13 cm, Paprok, Kunar Province, Afghanistan. Holly Smith photo.

Product details

SpeciesElbaite
SizeCabinet
Dimensions13.0 cm
Added on02/13/2026
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan, Paprok
Publications
  • Mineralogical Record Private Mineral Collections In Texas page 131
Current owner
Tim Smith
Tim Smith
North Wales
Member since 2025

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