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Elbaite var. Achroite Tourmaline from Pala District, San Diego County, California

 
Elbaite var. Achroite Tourmaline from Pala District, San Diego County, California

DESCRIPTION:No. 21798
Mineral:Elbaite var. Achroite Tourmaline
Locality:Pala District, San Diego County, California
Description:Terminated crystal of elbaite without matrix. Though labeled as achroite, there is a VERY faint pink hue. The crystal has a simple. flat termination with minor nicks on the edges. ex. J. Cilen #8594
Overall Size:18x17x14 mm
Crystals:18 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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