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Spinel (2 crystals) from Pein Pyit, Mogok District, 115 km NNE of Mandalay, Mandalay Division, Myanmar (Burma)

 
Spinel (2 crystals) from Pein Pyit, Mogok District, 115 km NNE of Mandalay, Mandalay Division, Myanmar (Burma)

Spinel (2 crystals) from Pein Pyit, Mogok District, 115 km NNE of Mandalay, Mandalay Division, Myanmar (Burma)

DESCRIPTION:No. 82932
Mineral:Spinel (2 crystals)
Locality:Pein Pyit, Mogok District, 115 km NNE of Mandalay, Mandalay Division, Myanmar (Burma)
Description:Two gemmy transparent red octahedral crystals recovered from the gem gravels of the Mogok region. In certain orientations these spinel crystals appear closely matched for size and could be used uncut in jewelry. Weight: 0.56 carats (0.112 grams). Ex. Miller collection
Overall Size:4 mm
Crystals:4 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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