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Elbaite

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A pristine, top gem crystal of tourmaline from Paprok - complete, uncontacted and perfectly terminated. There is a bit of matrix at the bottom which adds a lot to the appeal - few of these have matrix. It has a nice little sidecar crystal as well. This superb crystal weighs 8 grams.

Product details

SpeciesElbaite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.6 x 1.2 x 0.8 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan, Paprok

Known provenance

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

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Tourmaline from Paprok, Afghanistan
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