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Elbaite Tourmaline from Otjua Mine, near Karibib, Namibia

 
Elbaite Tourmaline from Otjua Mine, near Karibib, Namibia

Elbaite Tourmaline from Otjua Mine, near Karibib, Namibia

DESCRIPTION:No. 42375
Mineral:Elbaite Tourmaline
Locality:Otjua Mine, near Karibib, Namibia
Description:Bi-colored elbaite tourmaline crystal with etched pyramidal termination. The crystal was repaired where it broke inside the gem pocket. The termination is translucent green color with the lower portion transparent pink.
Overall Size:36x12x11 mm
Crystals:36 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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