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Beryl var. Heliodor (gem-grade crystal) from Volodarsk-Volynskii, Zhitomir Oblast, Ukraine

 
Beryl var. Heliodor (gem-grade crystal) from Volodarsk-Volynskii, Zhitomir Oblast, Ukraine

Beryl var. Heliodor (gem-grade crystal) from Volodarsk-Volynskii, Zhitomir Oblast, Ukraine

Beryl var. Heliodor (gem-grade crystal) from Volodarsk-Volynskii, Zhitomir Oblast, Ukraine

Beryl var. Heliodor (gem-grade crystal) from Volodarsk-Volynskii, Zhitomir Oblast, Ukraine

DESCRIPTION:No. 61844
Mineral:Beryl var. Heliodor (gem-grade crystal)
Locality:Volodarsk-Volynskii, Zhitomir Oblast, Ukraine
Description:Transparent yellow-green heliodor crystal, the yellow gem variety of the mineral species beryl, with complex outer surfaces the result of post-crystallization dissolution. The heliodor crystal is nearly flawless and could produce a 25 mm gemstone. Acquired in April 2014 from the mine geologist. Weight: 44.6 grams
Overall Size:42x28x28 mm
Crystals:42 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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