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Elbaite

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A strange, recrystallized tourmaline specimen that broke as it formed and then renewed growth from the breakpoint A bizarre piece, but not ugly at all. In person, it looks like somebody squeezed a tourmaline-flower and the red goo inside blurted out the top. Very unusual tourmaline from anywhere. Old piece, from the 1960s. Ex. William Larson Collection.

Product details

SpeciesElbaite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.7 x 5.0 x 4.6 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityUSA, California, Tourmaline Queen Mine

Known provenance

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

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