Emerald Crystal on matrix - Height: 31 mm - Width: 30 mm- 26 g - (1)

This emerald specimen from the legendary Muzo mine in Colombia stands out for its hexagonal prism habit with impeccable definition. The crystal features lateral faces with a vitreous luster, allowing internal transparency that reveals the characteristic emerald-green saturation, highly valued in the high-end markets. Its color is deep and uniform, a testament to an optimal hydrothermal formation process with color centers rich in chromium and vanadium.
The emerald crystal is perched very prominently at the top of the calcite and shale matrix. Fine longitudinal striations are observed on the prism faces, a crystallographic signature of authenticity. The upper termination shows a basal pinacoid with slight irregularities and dissolution marks that lend an organic, authentic aesthetic, confirming that this is a crystal that has preserved its original mine morphology.