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| DESCRIPTION: | No. 73872 |
| Mineral: | Topaz (gem-grade blue crystal) |
| Locality: | Teixeirinha Mine, Itinga, Minas Gerais, Brazil |
| Description: | Lustrous transparent pale-blue topaz crystal with complex form caused by etching that followed the crystalline structure of the topaz. This topaz crystal is flawless in one half and could produce a 16 mm flawless gemstone if faceted. Weight: 11.0 grams |
| Overall Size: | 26x20x13 mm |
| Crystals: | 26 mm |
| Archived: | For reference only |
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