Elbaite from USA, California, San Diego County, Himalaya Mine - image 1

Elbaite from USA, California, San Diego County, Himalaya Mine

Unknown Owner

A set of two pink Elbaite Tourmalines, with Lepidolite and Albite, from the Himalaya Mine, Mesa Grande, San Diego Co., California USA. Specimen on the left has Lepidolite back and crown, while the piece on the right has Lepidolite sprinkles and White bladed Albite (Cleavelandite) "wings on the back. ex Christopher Wentzell collection.

Product details

Species
Elbaite, Lepidolite, AlbiteAbout Elbaite →
Added on04/29/2026
Locality
USA, California, Himalaya Mine

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Christopher WentzellNot disclosed

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