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Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from near Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia

 
Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from near Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia

Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from near Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia

Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from near Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia

Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from near Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia

DESCRIPTION:No. 80226
Mineral:Topaz var. Imperial Topaz
Locality:near Solwezi, North-Western Province, Zambia
Description:Lustrous orange-brown Imperial Topaz crystal, the orange gem variety of the mineral species topaz, with no matrix attached. The topaz crystal has scattered internal fractures, but might produce two small gemstones if faceted. Weight: 10.25 carats. Collected in 2020
Overall Size:15x10x8 mm
Crystals:15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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