Emerald Crystals on matrix - Height: 8.98 cm - Width: 8.32 cm- 575 g - (1)
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Natural emerald crystals in a matrix, mounted on a wooden display base, from Minas Gerais, Brazil; weight 575 g, dimensions 8.98 cm high, 8.32 cm wide and 6.32 cm deep.
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Natural emerald crystal specimen in matrix, featuring several clearly visible prismatic crystals integrated into a matrix rich in quartz and dark micaceous minerals. The crystals display a light green to green-blue coloration typical of Brazilian emeralds, with compact prismatic habit and growth in partially exposed aggregates.
The specimen's structure reveals solid crystal growth with natural surfaces preserved, showing an interesting contrast between the greenish beryl crystals and the surrounding dark matrix. Some crystal faces show silky reflections and natural cleavage planes visible, reinforcing the mineral authenticity of the piece.
The matrix contains zones of milky quartz and dark biotite, features common in hydrothermal emerald deposits of Minas Gerais. The specimen is mounted on a wooden display base.
Expressive and representative piece for a mineral collection, display case, or decor with authentic geological character.
Details:
Mineral: Natural emerald (beryl) in matrix
Weight: 575 g
Height (including base): 8.98 cm
Width: 8.32 cm
Color: light green to green-blue
Crystal habit: prismatic in aggregates on matrix
Finish: natural, untreated
Presentation: mounted on a wooden display base
Origin: Minas Gerais, Brazil
Condition:
Good overall natural condition. The specimen shows irregular surfaces, small natural fractures, and contacts typical of the formation and mining process. Some crystal faces show natural cleavages and micro-voids compatible with the geological growth of the mineral. No gluing or restorations were observed.
Natural emerald crystal specimen in matrix, featuring several clearly visible prismatic crystals integrated into a matrix rich in quartz and dark micaceous minerals. The crystals display a light green to green-blue coloration typical of Brazilian emeralds, with compact prismatic habit and growth in partially exposed aggregates.
The specimen's structure reveals solid crystal growth with natural surfaces preserved, showing an interesting contrast between the greenish beryl crystals and the surrounding dark matrix. Some crystal faces show silky reflections and natural cleavage planes visible, reinforcing the mineral authenticity of the piece.
The matrix contains zones of milky quartz and dark biotite, features common in hydrothermal emerald deposits of Minas Gerais. The specimen is mounted on a wooden display base.
Expressive and representative piece for a mineral collection, display case, or decor with authentic geological character.
Details:
Mineral: Natural emerald (beryl) in matrix
Weight: 575 g
Height (including base): 8.98 cm
Width: 8.32 cm
Color: light green to green-blue
Crystal habit: prismatic in aggregates on matrix
Finish: natural, untreated
Presentation: mounted on a wooden display base
Origin: Minas Gerais, Brazil
Condition:
Good overall natural condition. The specimen shows irregular surfaces, small natural fractures, and contacts typical of the formation and mining process. Some crystal faces show natural cleavages and micro-voids compatible with the geological growth of the mineral. No gluing or restorations were observed.
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Emerald
Mineral form
Crystals on matrix
Supplement
Wooden Support
Weight
575 g
Origin (region/city)
Minas Gerais
Country of origin
Brazil
Height
8.98 cm
Width
8.32 cm
Depth
6.32 cm
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