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Diamond (1.18 carat brown macle, twinned crystal) from Premier Mine, Gauteng Province, South Africa

 
Diamond (1.18 carat brown macle, twinned crystal) from Premier Mine, Gauteng Province, South Africa

Diamond (1.18 carat brown macle, twinned crystal) from Premier Mine, Gauteng Province, South Africa

DESCRIPTION:No. 40631
Mineral:Diamond (1.18 carat brown macle, twinned crystal)
Locality:Premier Mine, Gauteng Province, South Africa
Description:Large macle (twin) brown natural diamond crystal with classic triangular shape (the result of Spinel-law twinning) and lustrous crystal faces. There is a small inclusion in the center. The crystal faces reflect light with a pleasing natural sparkle.
Overall Size:8.5x7.5x2.2 mm
Crystals:8.5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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