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Corundum var. Ruby from Mysuru (formerly Mysore), Karnataka, India

 
Corundum var. Ruby from Mysuru (formerly Mysore), Karnataka, India

Corundum var. Ruby from Mysuru (formerly Mysore), Karnataka, India

DESCRIPTION:No. 32704
Mineral:Corundum var. Ruby
Locality:Mysuru (formerly Mysore), Karnataka, India
Description:Tapered crystal of violet-red corundum, variety ruby. The crystal has classic hexagonal form and show only minor alluvial wear. This crystal has not been oiled (as is typically found in the marketplace).
Overall Size:7x4x4 cm
Crystals:7 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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