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Forsterite var. Peridot from Pyin Guang, Mogok, Myanmar (Burma)

 
Forsterite var. Peridot from Pyin Guang, Mogok, Myanmar (Burma)

Forsterite var. Peridot from Pyin Guang, Mogok, Myanmar (Burma)

DESCRIPTION:No. 55659
Mineral:Forsterite var. Peridot
Locality:Pyin Guang, Mogok, Myanmar (Burma)
Description:Unusual elongated doubly-terminated transparent green peridot crystal, the green gem variety of the mineral species forsterite, with lustrous textured surfaces. The peridot crystal is very gemmy (nearly flawless) throughout.
Overall Size:16x5x5 mm
Crystals:16 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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