Tourmaline Crystal on matrix - Height: 3.5 cm - Width: 2.9 cm- 20 g - (1)
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One specimen: green tourmaline on quartz matrix from Nuristan Province, Afghanistan, with approximate dimensions 3.5 × 2.9 × 2.2 cm, the largest crystal about 1.6 cm, and an approximate weight of 20 g.
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A graceful cluster of green tourmaline crystals set in clear to milky quartz matrix, collected from the mineral-rich Nuristan Province of Afghanistan. The slender, well-formed tourmaline prisms emerge naturally from the quartz host, creating a striking contrast between the vivid green crystals and the earthy matrix.
This is a beautiful small cabinet specimen for collectors who appreciate classic pegmatite minerals, natural crystal formations, and colorful tourmaline pieces. The specimen displays sharp crystal definition, attractive luster, and a clean presentation size that makes it easy to display.
Mineral Details
• Mineral: Green Tourmaline / Elbaite with Quartz
• Locality: Papra, Paprok, Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan
• Size: Approx. 3.5 × 2.9 × 2.2 cm
• Largest Crystal: Approx. 1.6 cm
• Weight: Approx. 21.5 g
• Type: Natural mineral specimen
• Quantity: One available - you will receive the exact specimen shown
Geologist's Note
Tourmaline-quartz associations like this commonly form in granitic pegmatites, where boron-rich fluids allow tourmaline crystals to grow alongside quartz during the later stages of magmatic cooling. Nuristan is well known among collectors for producing sharply defined tourmaline crystals with attractive color and classic pegmatite associations.
Perfect for a mineral collection, display shelf, study specimen, or unique natural gift.
A graceful cluster of green tourmaline crystals set in clear to milky quartz matrix, collected from the mineral-rich Nuristan Province of Afghanistan. The slender, well-formed tourmaline prisms emerge naturally from the quartz host, creating a striking contrast between the vivid green crystals and the earthy matrix.
This is a beautiful small cabinet specimen for collectors who appreciate classic pegmatite minerals, natural crystal formations, and colorful tourmaline pieces. The specimen displays sharp crystal definition, attractive luster, and a clean presentation size that makes it easy to display.
Mineral Details
• Mineral: Green Tourmaline / Elbaite with Quartz
• Locality: Papra, Paprok, Kamdesh District, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan
• Size: Approx. 3.5 × 2.9 × 2.2 cm
• Largest Crystal: Approx. 1.6 cm
• Weight: Approx. 21.5 g
• Type: Natural mineral specimen
• Quantity: One available - you will receive the exact specimen shown
Geologist's Note
Tourmaline-quartz associations like this commonly form in granitic pegmatites, where boron-rich fluids allow tourmaline crystals to grow alongside quartz during the later stages of magmatic cooling. Nuristan is well known among collectors for producing sharply defined tourmaline crystals with attractive color and classic pegmatite associations.
Perfect for a mineral collection, display shelf, study specimen, or unique natural gift.
Details
Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Tourmaline
Mineral form
Crystal on matrix
Supplement
Elbaite on Quartz
Weight
20 g
Country of origin
Afghanistan
Height
3.5 cm
Width
2.9 cm
Depth
2.22 cm
