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Rubellite Tourmaline

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A gorgeous, glassy, translucent/transparent, richly pink tourmalien from THE classic locality for "bubblegum pinks," in Afghanistan. Fewer of these have come out of late, though. It is complete all around and pristine, save only for the uneven bottom (and that can be clipped if it bothers anybody...i kinda like it as a natural pedestal).

Product details

SpeciesTourmaline, Rubellite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.1 x 1.6 x 1.5 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan, Paprok

Known provenance

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

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