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Brazilianite

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A GORGEOUS, gemmy and lustrous, yellow-green brazilianite crystal with a distinctive, complex termination. This is CLASSIC, OLD-TIME material from the original 1940s finds Type Locality at Corrego Frio. The color and form is distinct...nothing like it out there! The specimen is complete all-around, with only a growth contact, no damage, on one side. Note the intense color and the clarity in a large segment of the upper part of the crystal...not just translucent but truly gem quality transparent: This gemmy beauty has high-grade cutting rough. Ex. George Elling Collection. 7 grams.

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Dimensions2.3 x 1.7 x 1.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024

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DateCollectorAcquisition price
08/2024Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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Brazilianite
Mineral guide
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luminous yellow to yellow-green crystals with glassy luster from Minas Gerais, Jequitinhonha Valley; prized for size, color, and sculptural matr…
Regional guide
Brazilianite from Córrego Frio mine
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