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Diamond (3.47 carat spherical crystal) from Northern Cape Province, South Africa

 
Diamond (3.47 carat spherical crystal) from Northern Cape Province, South Africa

DESCRIPTION:No. 23397
Mineral:Diamond (3.47 carat spherical crystal)
Locality:Northern Cape Province, South Africa
Description:Rare specimen of two interconnected, spherical diamond crystals. The spherical crystals are referred to as Ballas crystals. This specimen is a 7 mm diameter crystal joined to a 4 mm crystal. The crystals are translucent and the surfaces are crystallized.
Overall Size:8x7x7 mm
Crystals:4-7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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