Beryl var. Emerald on Quartz - image 1
Beryl var. Emerald on Quartz - image 2

Beryl var. Emerald on Quartz

Unknown Owner
Help improve this recordNo owner is registered for this specimen yet. If it's yours or you know more about it, you can add the owner, provenance, publications and other details.
Sign in to contribute
Without a doubt, this is a superb Afghan Emerald thumbnail specimen for quality, regardless of size. It features two primary, very gem, sumptuous emerald green crystals. They are formed in a V-shape and they are both, remarkably, doubly-terminated ; and that makes this a floater cluster of emerald and quartz. The stunning, glassy, super colorful crystals are 2.1 and 2.0 cm in length, respectively. There are a few subordinate Emerald crystals in association for added aesthetics. For ultimate composition, the Emeralds are set on a cluster of vitreous, pale smoky Quartz crystals that average just under a centimeter in size. This Afghan locality has turned out far fewer Emeralds than the famous Colombian ones and specimens are rarely seen for sale because most are sold for cutting and carving. This artistic thumbnail sits perfectly on its own for dramatic display.

Product details

SizeThumbnail
Dimensions2.4 x 1.8 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

Learn more

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 Panjshir, Afghanistan
Panjshir emeralds, Afghanistan — a modern source known for saturated green crystals from hydrothermal veins; prized for sharp hexagonal prisms and color.