Euclase Crystal on matrix - Height: 13 mm - Width: 8 mm- 0.65 g - (1)

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Euclase on matrix crystal from La Marina Mine, Pauna, Boyacá, Colombia; weight 0.65 g; 13 × 8 × 6 mm.

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This specimen stands out for a robust prismatic habit, with acceptable transparency that allows one to appreciate a vitreous, almost adamantine luster. Its coloration is a blue with medium saturation and with zones of absolute transparency that highlight its gem quality. The most notable feature is the complexity of its frontal face, which displays deep longitudinal striations and rhythmic growth markings, unequivocal characteristics of a slow and stable hydrothermal formation process.
The apex termination is asymmetric, departing from simple pinacoids to reveal a sophisticated natural architecture. Light internal inclusions and contact facets at the base are observed, which do not compromise the piece’s aesthetics but attest to its genuine mineralogical origin. It is an indispensable piece for any collection seeking to represent the diversity and prestige of aluminum- and beryllium-silicates from the Colombian territory.

This specimen stands out for a robust prismatic habit, with acceptable transparency that allows one to appreciate a vitreous, almost adamantine luster. Its coloration is a blue with medium saturation and with zones of absolute transparency that highlight its gem quality. The most notable feature is the complexity of its frontal face, which displays deep longitudinal striations and rhythmic growth markings, unequivocal characteristics of a slow and stable hydrothermal formation process.
The apex termination is asymmetric, departing from simple pinacoids to reveal a sophisticated natural architecture. Light internal inclusions and contact facets at the base are observed, which do not compromise the piece’s aesthetics but attest to its genuine mineralogical origin. It is an indispensable piece for any collection seeking to represent the diversity and prestige of aluminum- and beryllium-silicates from the Colombian territory.

Details

Number of items
1
Main Mineral
Euclase
Mineral Form
Crystal on matrix
Supplement
SSA
Weight
0.65 g
Origin (Region/ City)
La Marina Mine, Pauna, Boyacá, Colombia
Country of Origin
Colombia
Height
13 mm
Width
8 mm
Depth
6 mm
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