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Diamond (0.93 carat macle, twinned crystal) from Finsch Mine, Free State (formerly Orange Free State), South Africa

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:

DESCRIPTION:	No. 34461
Mineral:	Diamond (0.93 carat macle, twinned crystal)
Locality:	Finsch Mine, Free State (formerly Orange Free State), South Africa
Description:	Flawless crystal of natural diamond with triangular shape the result of Spinel-law twinning (known as a macle or twin). The crystal is colorless and the faces have convex cushion-shape that catches light. Fluoresces under SW UV illumination.
Overall Size:	7x7x3 mm
Crystals:	7 mm
Archived:	For reference only

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