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Topaz from Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

 
Topaz from Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

Photo below under shortwave ultraviolet illumination:
Topaz from Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria

DESCRIPTION:No. 12761
Mineral:Topaz
Locality:Jos, Plateau State, Nigeria
Description:Single crystal of transparent colorless topaz with a twin termination on one end. The upper half of the crystal is nearly flawless. The bottom portion fluoresces under UV illumination. Ex. A. Stevenson (1916-2007) collection #799
Overall Size:18x13x10 mm
Crystals:18 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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