Elbaite with Lepidolite, Quartz
specimen number:
8111211
location:
Mawi, Nuristan, Afghanistan
description:
Bluish green the light purple translucent crystals of ilvaite to 3.0 cm in length across the front of this crystallized quartz matrix with sparkling purple crystallized lepidolite. Completely crystallized all around naturally and in very good condition. Unusual color for the species and quite nice.
Size: 13.0 x 8.0 x 4.0 cm (cabinet)
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