Beryl
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United Kingdom, United Kingdom
Exceptionally rare and historic examples of Japanese beryl. Ex-Krantz stock.
T. Wada "Minerals of Japan" refers to Dr. Krantz aquiring a number of Japanese minerals from Jiro. Sasamoto - a famous Japanese mineralogist in the 1800's. These are likely to be from that exchange.
Collected: 1800
Product details
SpeciesBeryl, Aquamarine
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.2 x 0.5 x 0.5 cm
Added on06/29/2026
LocalityJapan, Shiga Prefecture, Tanakami-yama
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Mineral guide
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iconic mineral with prisms and vivid color varieties (aquamarine, emerald, morganite); prized for crystal form, striking matrix, and collector appeal.Regional guide
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