Beryl var. Aquamarine in Albite with Muscovite from Kalah, Kunar Province, Afghanistan
DESCRIPTION: | No. 72330
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Mineral: | Beryl var. Aquamarine in Albite with Muscovite
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Locality: | Kalah, Kunar Province, Afghanistan |
Description: | Lustrous transparent blue aquamarine crystal, the blue-green gem variety of the mineral species beryl, on contrasting white albite with silvery muscovite mica. The aquamarine crystal is tabular hexagonal form with secondary corner faces. Ex. G. McLoughlin collection; acquired in 2002 from K. Ward |
Overall Size: | 5.5x5.5x3.5 cm |
Crystals: | 28 mm |
Status: | For reference only |
Buy similar: | Minerals from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan > Aquamarine Crystals |
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