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Elbaite var. Rubellite Tourmaline from Tourmaline Queen Mine, Mesa Grande, California

 
Elbaite var. Rubellite Tourmaline from Tourmaline Queen Mine, Mesa Grande, California

DESCRIPTION:No. 7196
Mineral:Elbaite var. Rubellite Tourmaline
Locality:Tourmaline Queen Mine, Mesa Grande, California
Description:Bright pink single terminated crystal of elbaite var. rubellite tourmaline. Color is the most brilliant that occurs at this locality. Cluster of purple amethyst quartz crystals to 18 mm long. Mounted in box for protection. Ex. R. Bates Collection #545
Overall Size:13x4x3 mm
Crystals:13 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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