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Lazulite from Laila, Gilgit District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

 
Lazulite from Laila, Gilgit District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

Lazulite from Laila, Gilgit District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

DESCRIPTION:No. 78591
Mineral:Lazulite
Locality:Laila, Gilgit District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan
Description:Complex crystal of translucent blue-green lazulite with no matrix attached. At first glance the lazulite appears to be a fragment, but under magnification all surfaces exhibit microscopic parallel crystal faces, giving the surfaces a satin luster.
Overall Size:14x9x8 mm
Crystals:14 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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