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Rubellite (Elbaite)

Unknown Owner
Sharp prismatic crystal of Elbaite, variety Rubellite, with very nice pyramidal termination. The crystal is translucent, very bright and with an exceptionally intense and deep purplish-red color. With matrix composed of Albite and Quartz. From the Malkhan pegmatite field in Eastern Siberia. Aesthetic Rubellite in very good condition.

Product details

Species
Elbaite, RubelliteAbout Elbaite →
SizeMiniature
Dimensions2.5 x 4.0 cm
Added on06/16/2025
Locality
Russia, Zabaykalsky Krai, Malkhan pegmatite field

Known provenance

DateCollectorAcquisition price
06/2025Unknown OwnerNot disclosed
—MChMineralsNot disclosed

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