Elbaite from Pederneira mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerais, Brazil - image 1

Elbaite from Pederneira mine, São José da Safira, Minas Gerais, Brazil

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Pocket: “Sharon Stone” Pocket (2000)

Description: Double-terminated parallel growth of three slender, zoned watermelon elbaite crystals, with attached side crystal.

Notes: Exceptional elongated parallel grouping showing pink-to-green color zoning and sharp terminations.

Ex coll, Ed Richard

Product details

SpeciesElbaite
SizeLarge Cabinet
Dimensions18.5 x 1.8 x 1.7 cm
Weight103 grams
Added on08/15/2025
LocalityBrazil, Minas Gerais, Pederneira mine
Repairstwo repairs
Current owner
Daniel Moesker
Daniel Moesker
The Hague, The Netherlands
Acquired
Aug 2025
Member since 2025

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