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Peridot With Ludwigite Inclusions

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This forsterite var. peridot crystal is highlighted by rare, acicular crystal inclusions of ludwigite, a rare magnesium, iron, borate. The peridot is transparent, lustrous, and a rich olive green color. The gem weight of this specimen is 15 grams. In PERSON it is more lime green

Product details

SpeciesPeridot
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.4 x 1.8 x 1.2 cm
Added on10/23/2024
LocalityPakistan, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa Province, Upper Kohistan District
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Dec 2024
Price paid
$750.00
Previous owners
DateCollectorAcquisition price
—The ArkenstoneNot disclosed

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olive-green olivine crystals with vivid color and sharp terminations; prized by collectors from mantle xenoliths, Pakistan and Myanmar.
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Locality guide
Upper Kohistan District
Upper Kohistan District, Pakistan - an ultramafic locality yielding forsterite (peridot) crystals and Kohala baryte, with rare PGE minerals for collectors.