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Spodumene

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A huge, bi-colored, large cabinet spodumene crystal from the Mawi Pegmatite of Afghanistan. This beautiful, gemmy and lustrous piece is a fascinating combination of both kunzite pink and pastel-green. The crystal is complete-all-around and pristine. The C-axis, termination shot, highlights the vivid lavender color saturation. Weighs 245 grams.

Product details

SpeciesSpodumene
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions17.4 x 3.3 x 2.4 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Spodumene
Mineral guide
Learn about Spodumene
kunzite, hiddenite, and triphane varieties; vivid colors and pleochroism, formed in granitic pegmatites, with gem and specimen appeal and fragility.
Spodumene
Regional guide
Spodumene from Mawi Pegmatite, Afghanistan
from Mawi, Afghanistan: kunzite pink-to-lilac plus green, blue, yellow, and colorless crystals, valued for sharp prisms and strong pleochroism.