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Sillimanite
Sillimanite is a high temperature and high pressure aluminum silicate found in high-grade regional metamorphic rocks. Transparent crystals are called "fibrolite" by gemologists. This is a gemmy, fine, lavender, elongate crystal with a bit of rounding. The edge rounding likely represents resorption into the matrix more than stream wear. This example from Mogok, Burma is sharper than most. 7.22 carats.
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Dimensions1.8 x 0.9 x 0.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
Known provenance
2024/08
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