Elbaite from Aricanga mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerais, Brazil

4.5 cm gem elbaite crystal on albite with lepidolite.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.3 x 4.5 cm
Added on07/06/2026
RepairsNone

Current owner

Acquired
May 2026

Owner’s note

Acquired from James Webb (Focal Crystal).

Member since 2025

Previous owners

DateCollectorAcquisition price
—James WebbNot disclosed
Acquired from Will Johnson.
—Will JohnsonNot disclosed

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