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Beryl var. Aquamarine from Nuristan Province, Afghanistan

 
Beryl var. Aquamarine from Nuristan Province, Afghanistan

Beryl var. Aquamarine from Nuristan Province, Afghanistan

DESCRIPTION:No. 40278
Mineral:Beryl var. Aquamarine
Locality:Nuristan Province, Afghanistan
Description:Large doubly-terminated crystal of transparent blue beryl (gem variety aquamarine) with complexly etched surfaces throughout. The crystal is fully developed on all surfaces with no point of attachment - a floater.
Overall Size:8x4x4 cm
Crystals:8 cm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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