Elbaite Tourmaline, Quartz
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Elbaite Tourmaline, Quartz

Specimen # 102086
Mineral: Elbaite Tourmaline, Quartz
Location: Stak Nala, Gilgit-Skardu Road, Northern Areas, Pakistan
Size: 3.5 x 3.1 x 2.9 cm
Specimen # 102086
Mineral: Elbaite Tourmaline, Quartz
Location: Stak Nala, Gilgit-Skardu Road, Northern Areas, Pakistan
Size: 3.5 x 3.1 x 2.9 cm

Description

This specimen features elbaite crystals perched on a quartz crystal. The elbaite crystals have sharp, lustrous, striated prism faces and matte terminations. They are dark olive green, opaque lower down and with a strong light behind, one can see translucent olive transitioning to a lighter bluish zone near the termination. The small elbaite crystal in front is slightly curved (and terminated). In excellent condition. Stands perfectly for display as photographed. A really sweet, aesthetic piece.


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