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Ruby in Zoisite (Ruby Corundum) from Longido, Arusha, Tanzania

 
Ruby in Zoisite (Ruby Corundum) from Longido, Arusha, Tanzania

Ruby in Zoisite (Ruby Corundum) from Longido, Arusha, Tanzania

DESCRIPTION:No. 70405
Mineral:Ruby in Zoisite (Ruby Corundum)
Locality:Longido, Arusha, Tanzania
Description:Large hexagonal translucent ruby crystal, the pink-red gem variety of the mineral corundum, surrounded by fine-grained green zoisite. The ruby crystal has distinct crystallization pattern visible in the reflections off the cleavage faces. Weight: 505 grams
Overall Size:8x6.5x5 cm
Crystals:52 mm
Archived: For reference only

 

 

 

 

 

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