Elbaite with Quartz
specimen number:
4951676
location:
Nuristan, Afghanistan
description:
A gorgeous cluster showing a smoky quartz crystal next to a purple are in bloom translucent and lustrous crystal of elbaite. Purple crystallized lepidolite is present throughout. This is crystallized naturally all around and in very good condition.
Size: 6.5 x 5.5 x 5.5 cm (small-cabinet)
Collection: Thomas von Criegern
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