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AQUAMARINE (BERYL) with SCHORL NEEDLES ON MUSCOVITE (miniature)
$269.50 AUD
Beryl is a mineral made up of beryllium aluminum silicate, represented by the chemical formula Be3Al2Si6O18. Notable varieties of beryl include emerald and aquamarine. While naturally occurring, hexagonal crystals can reach several meters in length, well-formed terminated crystals are uncommon. Although pure beryl is colorless, it often exhibits various colors due to impurities, including green, blue, yellow, pink, and the rare red. Additionally, beryl serves as an important ore for beryllium extraction.
This specimen also contains needles of BLACK TOURMALINE (SCHORL).
Afghanistan
Size 29 25 34 mm