Topaz, Lepidolite
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A striking, gemmy, partially frosted, etched, ice-blue topaz crystal beautifully accented with yellow-green lepidolite crystals from the small recent re-workings and finds at Virgem da Lapa, Brazil. The sides of the classic, chisel termination have icicle-like points sticking out, some with lepidolite on them. Topaz of this quality from Virgem da Lapa is found very infrequently over the last 40 years. Weighs 252 grams.
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SpeciesTopaz, Lepidolite
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions7.8 x 6.0 x 5.0 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Virgem da Lapa
Known provenance
| Date | Collector | Acquisition price |
|---|---|---|
| 08/2024 | Unknown Owner | Not disclosed |
| — | The Arkenstone | Not disclosed |
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hard, glassy orthorhombic crystals from pegmatites and rhyolites; colors range from colorless to pink; sharp terminations aid identification, localitie…Regional guide
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