Morganite from Paprok, Nuristan, Afghanistan - image 1
Morganite from Paprok, Nuristan, Afghanistan - image 2
Morganite from Paprok, Nuristan, Afghanistan - image 3

Morganite from Paprok, Nuristan, Afghanistan

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Dimensions: 1.8 x 1.5cm Location: Paprok, Kamdesh District, Nuristan, Afghanistan Highly sought after, Morganite (variety of Beryl) is difficult to obtain, few deposits, crystals often poorly formed, not complete or cleaved. This superb association of Morganite/tourmaline gemstone in thumbnail is remarkable. Sample from our personal collection. Dimensions without the acrylic base, which is supplied with the mineralogical specimen. The mineral is not glued to the base (soft putty).

Product details

SpeciesMorganiteBerylTourmaline
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.8 x 1.5 cm
Added on05/08/2026
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan, Paprok
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
May 2026
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Barras Gautier MinérauxNot disclosed

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Morganite
Mineral guide
Learn about Morganite
pink to peach beryl with glassy hexagonal prisms; valued for pastel color, sizable crystals on matrix, and classic pegmatite localities.
Morganite
Regional guide
Morganite from Paprok, Nuristan, Afghanistan
Paprok morganite, Nuristan, Afghanistan — pink beryl on a white pegmatite matrix, prized for complete sharp crystals, glassy translucency, and standout display.
Locality guide
Paprok
Paprok, Afghanistan - a premier gem pegmatite locality known for color-zoned elbaite tourmalines and a wealth of rare minerals, prized by collectors worldwide.