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Tourmaline (Var: Rubellite)

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A stunning crystal of tourmaline from the Cruzeiro, with very distinctive coloration: a cranberry exterior, with glowing amber to coffee color in the center. This crystal has no damage; you can see where it grew against another crystal towards the bottom, and the top termination has an area of natural etching that has resulted in dozens of tiny sub-terminations. The luster is absolutely wonderful. Weighs 38 grams.

Product details

SpeciesTourmaline, Rubellite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.1 x 2.2 x 1.3 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Cruzeiro mine

Known provenance

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

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