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Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough) from Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia

 
Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough) from Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia

Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough) from Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia

Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough) from Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia

Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough) from Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia

Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough) from Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia

Photo below under longwave ultraviolet illumination:
Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough) from Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia

DESCRIPTION:No. 79144
Mineral:Beryl var. Emerald (six gem rough)
Locality:Vasquez-Yacopi Mining District, Boyacá Department, Colombia
Description:Six partial crystals of transparent-to-translucent green emerald, the green gem variety of the mineral species beryl, with no matrix attached. The emeralds vary from deep-green gem grade to translucent medium-green cabochon grade. Weight: 29.85 carats (5.97 grams)
Overall Size:6-17 mm
Crystals:
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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