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Corundum var. Ruby from Froland, Arendal, Norway

 
Corundum var. Ruby from Froland, Arendal, Norway

Corundum var. Ruby from Froland, Arendal, Norway

Corundum var. Ruby from Froland, Arendal, Norway

DESCRIPTION:No. 44664
Mineral:Corundum var. Ruby
Locality:Froland, Arendal, Norway
Description:Complex crystal cluster of parallel violet-red corundum crystals with remnants of matrix on the bottom. The front surfaces show classic triangular growth patterns of corundum crystals. Ex. Chas. W. Velte Jr. (1914-1987); ex. Horn Minerals
Overall Size:4.5x2.5x2 cm
Crystals:5-20 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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