Fluorapatite (fluorescent) - Mawi pegmatite, Afghanistan

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specimen
Fluorapatite (fluorescent)
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Details
ColorsGrey
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.9 x 1.7 x 1.5 cm
Description
A fine cluster of translucent, beautiful lavender Fluorapatite crystals from the Mawi pegmatite. The gorgeous crystal on top is .9 cm across, and the longer crystal below is 1 cm long. The luster is actually good, it's just that the rich lavender color and translucence give the crystals a distinctly waxy appearance, which in this case is not a bad thing at all. It gives the crystals 'body'. Choice and aesthetic, this is a desirable thumbnail.
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