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

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

DESCRIPTION:No. 41979
Mineral:Topaz var. Imperial Topaz
Locality:Ouro Preto, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Description:Single crystal of Imperial Topaz with elongated prismatic form and pyramidal termination. The topaz crystal has a rich orange color that is why it is called Imperial Topaz. Internally the crystal has many reflective inclusions with good transparency. Ex. Robert C. Lambert (1919-2008) #211
Overall Size:30x13x10 mm
Crystals:30 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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