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Topaz

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This pink topaz is from Ouro Preto, known for its sherry-colored "imperial" topaz crystals, which once in awhile begin to lean towards pink. But this one is TRULY pink - and it is complete, terminated, and has glassy luster! Old Hugh Ford piece.

Product details

SpeciesTopaz
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.9 x 1.6 x 1.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Ouro Preto

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Topaz
Mineral guide
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hard, glassy orthorhombic crystals from pegmatites and rhyolites; colors range from colorless to pink; sharp terminations aid identification, localitie…
Topaz
Regional guide
Topaz from Ouro Preto, Brazil
Ouro Preto topaz - renowned Brazilian locality producing imperial topaz in wine, honey, pink hues; gem crystals with sharp prisms, yet terminations are rare.