Aquamarine Crystal on matrix- 528.96 g

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Aquamarine on matrix from Dara-i-Pech, Konar Province, Afghanistan, in natural crystal form with intense blue coloration, weighing 528.96 g.

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This impressive aquamarine specimen set on host rock combines rugged natural charm with fascinating crystal formation and is an exceptional collectible for lovers of high-quality minerals. The intensely blue aquamarine forms a striking contrast to the clear to milky quartz structures and the natural rock on which it grew. The distinctive, elongated crystal shapes with their fine, parallel structures are typical of aquamarine and give the piece a dynamic yet elegant appeal. The combination of transparent, clear areas and natural portions with mineral inclusions tells the geological formation history of this unique piece. Aquamarine is traditionally associated with clarity, calm, and balance, and it is not only visually a highlight but also a significant gemstone in the world of minerals. This unique piece is ideal as a collector’s item, decorative highlight, or special gift and brings a piece of unvarnished nature into any room.

Weight total: 528.96 g
Size: 105x83x86 mm
Gem Type 100% Natural Aquamarine
Color As Picture
Clarity As Picture
Origin Dara-i-Pech, Konar Province, Afghanistan
Treatment None at all
Hardness 6.5-7.0
Refractive Index 1.69-1.70
Specific Gravity -

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This impressive aquamarine specimen set on host rock combines rugged natural charm with fascinating crystal formation and is an exceptional collectible for lovers of high-quality minerals. The intensely blue aquamarine forms a striking contrast to the clear to milky quartz structures and the natural rock on which it grew. The distinctive, elongated crystal shapes with their fine, parallel structures are typical of aquamarine and give the piece a dynamic yet elegant appeal. The combination of transparent, clear areas and natural portions with mineral inclusions tells the geological formation history of this unique piece. Aquamarine is traditionally associated with clarity, calm, and balance, and it is not only visually a highlight but also a significant gemstone in the world of minerals. This unique piece is ideal as a collector’s item, decorative highlight, or special gift and brings a piece of unvarnished nature into any room.

Weight total: 528.96 g
Size: 105x83x86 mm
Gem Type 100% Natural Aquamarine
Color As Picture
Clarity As Picture
Origin Dara-i-Pech, Konar Province, Afghanistan
Treatment None at all
Hardness 6.5-7.0
Refractive Index 1.69-1.70
Specific Gravity -

Our shipping costs have been checked and recognized by Catawiki.
We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packaging and shipping; thereby these shipping costs arise.
The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, customs charges, shipping costs, etc..
Also see our other items and shipping costs, save on pickup costs..
In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color deviations, etc., may occur, as every computer, monitor, and mobile device can display colors with different qualities!

Details

Main mineral
Aquamarine
Mineral form
Crystal on matrix
Supplement
Aquamarine on host rock – natural crystal facet with an intense blue structure
Weight
528.96 g
Origin (region/city)
Dara-i-Pech, Konar Province
Country of origin
Afghanistan
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Objects sold
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Unternehmen:
Hajo und Mario Stieger GbR
Repräsentant:
Mario Stieger
Adresse:
Hajo und Mario Stieger GbR
Neufeld 3
47906 Kempen
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Telefonnummer:
+4917642109788
Email:
mario.stieger33@gmail.com
USt-IdNr.:
DE329160339

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