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Liddicoatite-Elbaite Tourmaline from Madagascar

 
Liddicoatite-Elbaite Tourmaline from Madagascar

Liddicoatite-Elbaite Tourmaline from Madagascar

Liddicoatite-Elbaite Tourmaline from Madagascar

DESCRIPTION:No. 76646
Mineral:Liddicoatite-Elbaite Tourmaline
Locality:Madagascar
Description:Two interconnected parallel doubly-terminated tourmaline crystals that have pinkish-gray centers and black termination zones. Both liddicoatite tourmaline and elbaite tourmaline occur in Madagascar and testing is required to determine exact species. Weight: 2.5 grams. Collected ca. 1995
Overall Size:12x11x10 mm
Crystals:6-12 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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