Hackmanite Rough- 70 g
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Natural Hackmanite rough from Badakhshan, Afghanistan (Bdakhshan Mines), about 70 g, transparent to translucent with excellent lustre and a tenebrescent colour that turns yellow under UV light.
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Natural Tenebrescent Hackmanite – Badakhshan, Afghanistan
A rare and attractive lot of Natural Rough Tenebrescent Hackmanite from the renowned mineral-producing region of Badakhshan, Afghanistan, with a total weight of approximately 70 grams.
These natural Hackmanite pieces display an exceptional tenebrescent phenomenon, changing from their original natural colour to a striking yellow colour when exposed to UV light. This colour-changing property makes Hackmanite a particularly fascinating and sought-after mineral among collectors and gem enthusiasts.
The pieces are transparent to translucent, with excellent natural lustre and attractive clarity. Their quality and shape make them especially suitable for cabochon cutting, while the natural rough material is also highly appealing for mineral and gemstone collections.
A beautiful and unusual lot combining natural Afghan origin, transparency, strong lustre, and UV-induced colour change. An excellent opportunity for collectors, lapidaries, and enthusiasts of rare fluorescent and tenebrescent minerals.
Specifications:
Mineral: Natural Hackmanite
Variety: Tenebrescent Hackmanite
Origin: Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Total Weight: 70 grams
Colour: Natural colour with yellow colour change under UV light
Transparency: Transparent to translucent
Lustre: Excellent
Treatment: Natural / untreated
Suitable for: Collection, cabochon making and lapidary work
Please note that the colour change shown under UV light is a natural optical phenomenon characteristic of tenebrescent Hackmanite and this color of Hackmanite gives only two colors under UV light .
Natural Tenebrescent Hackmanite – Badakhshan, Afghanistan
A rare and attractive lot of Natural Rough Tenebrescent Hackmanite from the renowned mineral-producing region of Badakhshan, Afghanistan, with a total weight of approximately 70 grams.
These natural Hackmanite pieces display an exceptional tenebrescent phenomenon, changing from their original natural colour to a striking yellow colour when exposed to UV light. This colour-changing property makes Hackmanite a particularly fascinating and sought-after mineral among collectors and gem enthusiasts.
The pieces are transparent to translucent, with excellent natural lustre and attractive clarity. Their quality and shape make them especially suitable for cabochon cutting, while the natural rough material is also highly appealing for mineral and gemstone collections.
A beautiful and unusual lot combining natural Afghan origin, transparency, strong lustre, and UV-induced colour change. An excellent opportunity for collectors, lapidaries, and enthusiasts of rare fluorescent and tenebrescent minerals.
Specifications:
Mineral: Natural Hackmanite
Variety: Tenebrescent Hackmanite
Origin: Badakhshan, Afghanistan
Total Weight: 70 grams
Colour: Natural colour with yellow colour change under UV light
Transparency: Transparent to translucent
Lustre: Excellent
Treatment: Natural / untreated
Suitable for: Collection, cabochon making and lapidary work
Please note that the colour change shown under UV light is a natural optical phenomenon characteristic of tenebrescent Hackmanite and this color of Hackmanite gives only two colors under UV light .
Details
Main mineral
Hackmanite
Mineral form
Rough
Weight
70 g
Origin (region/city)
Bdakhshan Mines
Country of origin
Afghanistan
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