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Elbaite

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A truly gemmy, sharp tourmaline crystal from around 2002-2003 mining at the re-activated Pederneira Mine. It is pristine, sharp, and so symmetric that it looks carved and beveled. Now, mining for tourmaline here is basically done, with the productive zone of recent workings blasted out through the pegmatite on 3 sides. This particular crystal was put away by one of the partners in the mining venture in a stash, just released. Pristine and complete 360 degrees around.

Product details

SpeciesElbaite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.4 x 1.6 x 1.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Tourmaline
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Tourmaline from Pederneira Mine, Brazil
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