Scapolite
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A new find of intensely purple scapolite from this remote part of Afghanistan. The crystals range from transparent (rarely) to translucent, and are intensely purple. This is a gemmy, lustrous thumbnail crystal.
Product details
SpeciesScapolite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.8 x 2.6 x 1.9 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAfghanistan, Kunar, Dara-e-Pech pegmatite field
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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tetragonal crystals in a broad color range (purple, yellow, pink, gray); notable for color varieties, UV fluorescence, and Grenville localities.Regional guide
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