AllMinerals/JohnBetts-FineMinerals > Online Mineral Museum Photographic Archive > Minerals from Brazil > Beryl var. Morganite (gem-grade crystals) |
DESCRIPTION: | No. 63663 |
Mineral: | Beryl var. Morganite (gem-grade crystals) |
Locality: | Minas Gerais, Brazil |
Description: | Gem-grade transparent morganite, the pink gem variety of the mineral species beryl, with complex crystal form. The morganite crystals have lustrous, glassy crystal faces. The complex form of the morganite is due to selective dissolution on some sides. Ex. Mort Metersky collection |
Overall Size: | 24x17x16 mm |
Crystals: | 12-15 mm |
Archived: | For reference only |
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