Elbaite
Unknown Owner
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A really interesting polychrome tourmaline from recent finds at the Pederneira Mine. The crystals are very glassy, lustrous and well-striated. The crystal bodies look sea-green, but are actually teal-blue, just like the gemmy areas below the terminations. Pocket fluids nearly etched out the interiors of these crystals, up to the gemmy, teal-blue zones. The highly lustrous terminations are either very dark purple or black. Complete-all-around and nearly pristine. These are often called "retrograde" tourmalines. Striking and unusual material.
Product details
SpeciesElbaite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.8 x 1.8 x 1.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Pederneira mine
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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