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Corundum var. Ruby

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Although not gem quality, this Corundum, var. Ruby crystal is certainly specimen quality. Sitting perfectly for display, this large miniature specimen from the Kola Peninsula presents a fine doubly-terminated hexagonal prism of pinkish-red Corundum sat on top of matrix consisting of white Albite with inclusions of Eudialyte and Mica. The Corundum crystal is 2.7 cm in length and also contains inclusions of Eudialyte. Its position, allows it to be seen on six of its eight sides, making it very presentable. A really rather nice displayable Corundum, var. Ruby crystal, and on matrix.

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SpeciesCorundum, Ruby
SizeSmall Cabinet
Dimensions5.8 x 5.0 x 3.7 cm
Added on12/02/2024
Current owner
Unknown Owner
Acquired
Jul 2026
Price paid
$600.00
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DateCollectorAcquisition price
—Crystal ClassicsNot disclosed

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Corundum
Mineral guide
Learn about Corundum
iconic mineral with ruby and sapphire varieties; Mohs 9, vivid colors, and sharp crystals; prized for color, form, and provenance.
Corundum
Regional guide
Corundum from Kola Peninsula
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Locality guide
Kola Peninsula
Kola Peninsula, Russia — mineral locality with alkali-rich eudialyte-bearing nepheline-syenites, iconic Khibiny/Lovozero finds, and rare peralkaline minerals p…