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Topaz from Massangana Tin Mine, Rondônia, Brazil

 
Topaz from Massangana Tin Mine, Rondônia, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 50828
Mineral:Topaz
Locality:Massangana Tin Mine, Rondônia, Brazil
Description:Gem-grade colorless topaz crystal with water-worn surfaces from alluvial action. Internally the topaz in nearly flawless with only a small cleavage fracture near one termination face. Breeding recovered the topaz from a jig hutch at the tin mine. Ex. Peter B. Nalle (1923-2010) collection #530d, gift from Wm. Breeding, mine consultant in 1975
Overall Size:13x11x8 mm
Crystals:13 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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