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Tourmaline, Tourmaline (Var: Rubellite)

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This is a rare floater cluster of SOLID TOURMALINE from the Jonas Mine, with the famous cranberry hue and excellent luster. It is just very unusual in its form and size. Though it has the "Jonas Color," it is not particularly gemmy (although it is somewhat translucent). It amazes me that such a piece can form complete and crystallized on ALL sides ?!!? Weight is hefty at 237 grams! 8.1 x 4.8 x 5.7 cm

Product details

SpeciesTourmaline, Rubellite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions8.1 x 4.8 x 5.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Jonas Mine

Known provenance

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

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