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

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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 37360
Mineral:Elbaite var. Rubellite Tourmaline
Locality:Pala District, San Diego County, California
Description:Large segment from a rubellite tourmaline (variety of elbaite) crystal. Neither end is terminated, but the gemmy interior (though not gem-grade) is easily visible. Good size and color. Ex. John Albanese (1898-1969), ex. John Albanese, Jr.
Overall Size:5.5x4x4 cm
Crystals:5.5 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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