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Chrysoberyl var. Alexandrite from Carnaiba District, Bahia, Brazil

 
Chrysoberyl var. Alexandrite from Carnaiba District, Bahia, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 16668
Mineral:Chrysoberyl var. Alexandrite
Locality:Carnaiba District, Bahia, Brazil
Description:Large cluster of several twinned crystals of chrysoberyl variety alexandrite in schist-like matrix. The specimen has noticeable green to purple color change and the twinned crystals are distinctly visible.
Overall Size:3.5x3x2.5 cm
Crystals:5-15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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