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Elbaite var. Rubellite Tourmaline from Himalaya Mine, Mesa Grande District, San Diego County, California

 
Elbaite var. Rubellite Tourmaline from Himalaya Mine, Mesa Grande District, San Diego County, California

DESCRIPTION:No. 32306
Mineral:Elbaite var. Rubellite Tourmaline
Locality:Himalaya Mine, Mesa Grande District, San Diego County, California
Description:Single crystal of pink elbaite tourmaline with a smaller crystal near the base. The termination has remnants of albite, but the surface looks irregular and was probably frozen in albite. Scattered surface imperfections. Great color and clarity.
Overall Size:27x10x5 mm
Crystals:11-26 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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