SKU: B_38_0008
Aesthetic crystal of pink tourmaline (rubellite). The specimen is distinguished by its saturated color in shades of intense pink. The main prism features distinct, vertical striations on its side walls. Its most characteristic feature is the complex termination zone - in addition to the naturally formed termination, smaller tourmaline crystals can be seen growing at various angles relative to the main axis of the prism in the upper part of the specimen. Main Features: intense pink color (rubellite); complex termination; presence of smaller, transverse crystals. Condition: Very good - the main crystal has a natural, irregular termination; the side crystals show minor chipping and irregularities on their edges.
Price: 23 EUR (100 PLN)
Availability: Sold out
Location: -, Afghanistan
Size: 16 x 10 x 30 mm
Weight: 5.2 g
Chemical formula: (Na,Ca)(Li,Mg,Fe,Mn,Al)₃Al₆(BO₃)₃Si₆O₁₈(OH)₄
Mohs hardness: 7-7.5