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Chrysoberyl (V-twinned) from Tancredo, Espirito Santo, Brazil

 
Chrysoberyl (V-twinned) from Tancredo, Espirito Santo, Brazil

Chrysoberyl (V-twinned) from Tancredo, Espirito Santo, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 55576
Mineral:Chrysoberyl (V-twinned)
Locality:Tancredo, Espirito Santo, Brazil
Description:Lustrous transparent yellow chrysoberyl that is cyclic-twinned at 60° angles resulting in two interconnected V-twins. The chrysoberyl is nearly flawless internally and could produce a small gemstone if faceted. Ex. A. Stevenson (1916-2007) collection #611
Overall Size:10x8x7 mm
Crystals:7 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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