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Tourmaline

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This is a super example of the multi-colored zones that make elbaites such collectible mineral specimens. Two gemmy and lustrous crystals start out light green, then become colorless, next, go to a light pink and then to a dark green termination. The largest crystal measures 1.5 cm in length. Ex Tim Sherburn collection; This was illustrated in an old MinRec issue, but I have not the energy to go find it...

Product details

SpeciesTourmaline
SizeThumbnail
Dimensions1.7 x 1.6 x 1.1 cm
Added on10/23/2024

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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