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Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil

 
Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Topaz var. Imperial Topaz from Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 38066
Mineral:Topaz var. Imperial Topaz
Locality:Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Description:Rare matrix specimen of lustrous golden Imperial Topaz embedded in iron-rich matrix (most often the topaz is found loose in corroded clay matrix). The topaz crystal is internally transparent with only one flaw.
Overall Size:4x3.5x2.5 cm
Crystals:15 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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