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Elbaite, Lepidolite

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An aesthetic trident-like specimen of three, gemmy and lustrous, watermelon tourmalines partially wrapped in pastel-pink lepidolite from Coronel Murta in Brazil. The raspberry-red cores are beautifully capped by gemmy, sea-green terminations. All three terminations are different!!! Amazing! On the same piece! I particularly like the scalloped termination on the large tourmaline. This is an uncommon Coronel Murta tourmaline varietal, and is a good one, at that. Damage free. Ex. Chris Korpi Collection.

Product details

SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.5 x 6.0 x 3.7 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Lepidolite
Mineral guide
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lilac-purple mica from granitic pegmatites, forming rosettes and ball clusters with silky luster; prized for color, form, and collecting appeal.
Regional guide
Lepidolite from Coronel Murta
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