AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Sri Lanka > Corundum var. Pink Sapphire |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 39563 |
Mineral: | Corundum var. Pink Sapphire |
Locality: | near Kolonne, Ratnapura District, 20 km NW of Embilipitiya, Sabaragamuwa Province, Sri Lanka |
Description: | Doubly-terminated translucent violet-pink sapphire variety of corundum crystal with tapered, hexagonal form and no matrix attached. The crystal faces show faint transverse striations and moderate alluvial edge wear. Total weight: 4.99 carats. |
Overall Size: | 22x6x4 mm |
Crystals: | 22 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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