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Elbaite, Albite (Var: Cleavelandite), Lepidolite

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An aesthetic combination watermelon tourmaline from recent finds at the famous Pederneira Mine. Three-quarters of the gemmy and lustrous green crystal has a cranberry-red core. A pretty teal-blue zone follows and the lustrous termination is a nice emerald-green. The two "snowflakes" of glassy cleavelandite blades and the rich peppering of lavender lepidolite are fine accents. Very highly representative material from this noted locale.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.1 x 2.8 x 2.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Lepidolite
Mineral guide
Learn about Lepidolite
lilac-purple mica from granitic pegmatites, forming rosettes and ball clusters with silky luster; prized for color, form, and collecting appeal.
Lepidolite
Regional guide
Lepidolite from Pederneira Mine, Brazil
from Pederneira Mine, Brazil — lavender to pink mica in sparkling rosettes with elbaite tourmaline; Keké’s Pocket and vivid combination specimens.