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Beryl var. Emerald on Calcite from Polveros Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi District, Colombia

 
Beryl var. Emerald on Calcite from Polveros Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi District, Colombia

Beryl var. Emerald on Calcite from Polveros Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi District, Colombia

Beryl var. Emerald on Calcite from Polveros Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi District, Colombia

DESCRIPTION:No. 40298
Mineral:Beryl var. Emerald on Calcite
Locality:Polveros Mine, Vasquez-Yacopi District, Colombia
Description:Two hexagonal transparent green emerald crystals (the green gem variety of beryl) in dark gray matrix with minor calcite. The emerald crystals have rich color and good clarity.
Overall Size:3.5x3x3 cm
Crystals:5-5.5 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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