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Topaz in Hematite from Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil

 
Topaz in Hematite from Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Topaz in Hematite from Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 22812
Mineral:Topaz in Hematite
Locality:Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Description:Rare matrix specimen of orange Imperial topaz frozen in brown hematite matrix. Most Imperial topaz crystals are found loose in corroded clay matrix - this is the ONLY matrix specimen I have had. The topaz crystal is terminated on one end.
Overall Size:35x30x25 mm
Crystals:12 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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