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Elbaite Var. Rubellite

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A gorgeous, hot pink crystal with excellent glassy luster and brilliant faces. This color is not a neon pink, but a robust, rich "hot pink" that is a little bit more intense than the photos indicate (it is better in person, but we did not Photoshop the color to match). 33 grams. Joe Budd Photos.

Product details

SpeciesRubellite, Elbaite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 1.7 x 1.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan, Paprok

Known provenance

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

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