Corundum var Sapphire (gem gravel) from Tanzania
Photo below under longwave ultraviolet illumination:
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DESCRIPTION: | No. 79140
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Mineral: | Corundum var Sapphire (gem gravel)
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Locality: | Tanzania |
Description: | Over 50 pieces of gem gravel sapphires, the gem variety of the mineral corundum, with color varying from red to yellow to green to purple. Several of the sapphire show excellent internal transparency, especially the pinks. Many fluoresce under LW UV. Total weight: 21.2 grams |
Overall Size: | 3-12 mm |
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Status: | Sold - Posted here for reference only |
Buy similar: | Minerals from Africa > Gem Minerals |
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