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Spinel from near Badulla, Uva Province, Sri Lanka

 
Spinel from near Badulla, Uva Province, Sri Lanka

DESCRIPTION:No. 21482
Mineral:Spinel
Locality:near Badulla, Uva Province, Sri Lanka
Description:Translucent crystal of blue spinel. The crystal is waterworn because it was discovered in an alluvial gem deposit, resulting in rounded edges. The crystal faces are still visible.
Overall Size:15x10x5 mm
Crystals:15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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