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Beryl (Var: Emerald), Biotite

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Gemmy and lustrous emerald crystals are nicely placed on sparkly biotite schist matrix of this classic, old-time specimen from the Habach Valley of Austria. The large crystal is 1.5 cm, terminated and pristine. The emeralds have good color saturation. Collected in the 1800s or very early 1900s. Ex. Edna Doughty and Richard Hauck Collections.

Product details

SpeciesEmerald, Beryl, Biotite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.4 x 4.6 x 3.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAustria, Salzburg, Habach valley

Known provenance

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

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Emerald
Mineral guide
Learn about Emerald
iconic green beryl crystals prized for saturated color and rarity of gemmy prisms; legendary localities include Muzo, Chivor, Kagem.
Emerald
Regional guide
Emerald from Habach valley, Austria
Habachtal, Austria - classic emerald locality yielding emeralds and pale beryl; alpine schists create sharp prisms on matrix, prized for history and color.