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Spinel

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A loose grouping of deep purplish red octahedral spinel crystals. This has two twinned crystals within the cluster.

Product details

SpeciesSpinel
SizeMiniature
Dimensions4.0 x 3.0 x 2.5 cm
Added on03/03/2025
LocalityTanzania, Morogoro Region, Mahenge

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
09/2025Unknown Owner$140.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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Spinel
Mineral guide
Learn about Spinel
, color range from ruby red to cobalt blue, sharp octahedral form, hardness 8, rare gemmy crystals on marble, prized by collectors for rarity and luster.
Spinel
Regional guide
Spinel from Mahenge, Tanzania
from Mahenge, Tanzania — neon pink-red, marble-hosted crystals with sharp octahedra and gemmy zones, prized for color, form, and locality.