Elbaite - Paprok, Afghanistan

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specimen
Details
ColorsGreen
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.1 x 0.9 x 0.9 cm
Species
Description
4.1 x 0.9 x 0.9 cm (largest). A fine pair of gem tourmaline crystals from Paprok that are pretty much "classic" in design and coloration for this locality - with a bright green body and a glassy, gemmy pink tip. Also familiar is the multi-peaked termination. These two crystals could be classified as "watermelon" tourmalines with their pink cores at the base. Complete-all-around, with no damage. 6 and 4 grams or 10 grams total weight.
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