DESCRIPTION: | No. 75078
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Mineral: | Forsterite var. Peridot
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Locality: | Suppat, Naran-Kagan Valley, Kohistan District, Khyber Pakhtunkhwa (North-West Frontier Province), Pakistan |
Description: | Three parallel transparent peridot crystals, the green gem variety of the mineral species forsterite, with custom-made base by Alec Madoff. The peridot crystals are exceptionally clean internally with large flawless areas that could produce 15 mm gems. Ex. Peter B. Nalle (1923-2010) collection #701; ex. Wayne Thompson. Weight: 58.6 grams |
Overall Size: | 4.5x4x1.5 cm |
Crystals: | 25-45 mm |
Status: | Sold - Posted here for reference only |
Buy similar: | Minerals from India, Pakistan, Afghanistan > Gem Minerals |