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Elbaite

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A grouping of attractive green to purplish red translucent and lustrous elbaite crystals. In good condition. White crystallized albite is present on the backside.

Product details

SpeciesElbaite
SizeMiniature
Dimensions3.0 x 2.6 x 2.3 cm
Added on03/19/2025
LocalityAfghanistan, Nuristan, Paprok

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
01/2026Unknown Owner$325.00
—Weinrich MineralsNot disclosed

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