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Beryl var. Emerald from Muzo Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Colombia

 
Beryl var. Emerald from Muzo Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Colombia

Beryl var. Emerald from Muzo Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Colombia

DESCRIPTION:No. 20312
Mineral:Beryl var. Emerald
Locality:Muzo Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Colombia
Description:Superb specimen of gemmy green emerald crystal in white and gray calcite matrix with an incomplete crystal beneath. The main crystal is brilliant green (typical from Muzo), very gemmy, and the termination has many complex faces on the edges. Ex. Robert C. Linck (1905-1970)
Overall Size:4x3.5x3 cm
Crystals:9 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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