Beryl var Aquamarine w/ Muscovite - Shigar Valley, Pakistan

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specimen
Details
ColorsBlue
SizeLarge
Dimensions10.8 x 3.5 x 3.1 cm
Weight223.5 grams
Repairs/Modifications1 tiny ding on termination and 1 small contact on bottom of crystal
Species
Description

Beryl var Aquamarine

with Muscovite

Shigar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

10.8x3.5x3.1cm

223.5g


Pristine example from this prolific area, well known for producing some of the world’s finest Aquamarine. Large crystal with deep sky blue coloration. Complete crystal, in great condition with very minimal points of damage. Impressive clarity, for the crystal’s size, especially for the final 2cm, before the glassy termination. Crystal displays mirror luster with with faint growth lines. Comes with a custom milled acrylic base for display. Item will also come with a laminated specimen identification card.

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