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Beryl var. Aquamarine (complexly etched crystal) from Divino das Laranjeiras, Minas Gerais, Brazil

 
Beryl var. Aquamarine (complexly etched crystal) from Divino das Laranjeiras, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Beryl var. Aquamarine (complexly etched crystal) from Divino das Laranjeiras, Minas Gerais, Brazil

DESCRIPTION:No. 61373
Mineral:Beryl var. Aquamarine (complexly etched crystal)
Locality: Divino das Laranjeiras, Minas Gerais, Brazil
Description:Gemmy transparent green aquamarine beryl crystal with complexly etched surfaces caused by pocket solutions partially dissolving the beryl along the crystal structure. Internally the aquamarine crystal is flawless though difficult to see. Weight: 24.6 grams
Overall Size:5x3x2.5 cm
Crystals:50 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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