Ruby Specimen - Height: 40 mm - Width: 19 mm- 31 g - (1)
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Afghanistan ruby specimen on matrix, a natural corundum crystal weighing 31 g with dimensions 40 × 19 × 20 mm, pink‑red in colour with growth striations.
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An attractive natural ruby specimen from Afghanistan featuring a well-formed crystal embedded in its original matrix. The ruby displays a vivid pink-to-red colour with pronounced vertical growth striations typical of corundum crystal development.
The crystal sits prominently atop a contrasting light matrix, creating a strong aesthetic presentation ideal for cabinet display. Its natural surface texture, translucency, and growth features provide both visual appeal and mineralogical authenticity.
This specimen represents a fine example of Afghan ruby occurrences and is suitable for:
Mineral and gemstone collectors
Corundum species collections
Cabinet display specimens
Educational geological material
The specimen is offered in its natural state with no known treatments or enhancements.
Specifications
Mineral: Ruby (Corundum variety)
Origin: Afghanistan
Weight: 31 grams
Dimensions: 40 × 19 × 20 mm
Form: Single crystal on natural matrix
Treatment: None known (natural specimen)
An attractive natural ruby specimen from Afghanistan featuring a well-formed crystal embedded in its original matrix. The ruby displays a vivid pink-to-red colour with pronounced vertical growth striations typical of corundum crystal development.
The crystal sits prominently atop a contrasting light matrix, creating a strong aesthetic presentation ideal for cabinet display. Its natural surface texture, translucency, and growth features provide both visual appeal and mineralogical authenticity.
This specimen represents a fine example of Afghan ruby occurrences and is suitable for:
Mineral and gemstone collectors
Corundum species collections
Cabinet display specimens
Educational geological material
The specimen is offered in its natural state with no known treatments or enhancements.
Specifications
Mineral: Ruby (Corundum variety)
Origin: Afghanistan
Weight: 31 grams
Dimensions: 40 × 19 × 20 mm
Form: Single crystal on natural matrix
Treatment: None known (natural specimen)
Details
Number of items
1
Main Mineral
Ruby
Mineral Form
Specimen
Supplement
Outstanding Afghanistan Ruby Crystal on Matrix – 31 g – 40 × 19 × 20 mm – Intense Pink-Red Corundum
Weight
31 g
Country of Origin
Afghanistan
Height
40 mm
Width
19 mm
Depth
20 mm
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