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Elbaite

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A rich, bi-colored tourmaline from the Himalaya Mine. Most of the gemmy, lustrous, well-striated, beauty is a pleasing mint-green. The lustrous, modified, pinacoidal termination is black and the crystal base is opaque, dark green. Very nearly pristine. Solid green, older tourmalines, such as this, with the dark caps were relatively uncommon. Weighs 18 grams. Ex. Robert Whitmore Collection # 30 (definitely an older piece) .

Product details

SpeciesElbaite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.2 x 1.8 x 1.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Tourmaline
Mineral guide
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color range and crystal variety define a diverse group; top localities, value factors, quality assessment, and care tips for collectors.
Regional guide
Tourmaline from Himalaya Mine
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