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When polished and prepared for jewelry, Scapolite is as beautiful as many of the more commonly known gemstones. Early specimens may exhibit a tiger’s-eye pattern, creating a starry display. It is found among other calcium-rich rocks such as marble. Although these minerals are widespread, gem-quality specimens are rare.

Quando lucidato e preparato per gioielli, Scapolite è bello come molte delle pietre preziose più comunemente conosciute. I primi esempi possono possedere uno schema a occhio di tigre, creando una vetrina stellare. Si trova tra le altre rocce ricche di calcio come il marmo. Sebbene questi minerali siano molto diffusi, gli esemplari di qualità gemma sono rari.

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Large and luminous fluorescent scapolite crystal. Former private collection - Height: 5.1 cm - Width: 4.1 cm- 45 g - (1)

Laghman Province - Nuristan, Afghanistan

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Afghanistan, Laghman province – Nuristan, a large fluorescent scapolite crystal from an ex-private collection, weighing 45 g with dimensions 5.1 × 4.1 × 3.5 cm.

Large and luminous fluorescent scapolite crystal. Former private collection - Height: 5.1 cm - Width: 4.1 cm- 45 g - (1)

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Afghanistan, Laghman province – Nuristan, a large fluorescent scapolite crystal from an ex-private collection, weighing 45 g with dimensions 5.1 × 4.1 × 3.5 cm.

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