Elegant deep-green tourmaline crystal on Quartz- 39.5 t - (1)
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An elongated, deep emerald-green tourmaline crystal on a white quartz matrix from the Paprok Mine in Nuristan, Afghanistan.
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An exceptionally aesthetic, deep green tourmaline crystal on a sparkling white quartz matrix from the famous Paprok Mine in Nuristan, Afghanistan.
The elongated crystal captivates with its intense emerald green color, excellent transparency, as well as sharply defined prism faces and a natural, perfectly preserved end face. The contrasting transition between the vivid green tourmaline and the white quartz matrix gives the piece a particularly elegant and high-quality appearance.
Locality: Paprok Mine, Nuristan, Afghanistan
Total weight: 39.5 carats
Overall dimensions: 68 × 21 × 17 mm
Crystal size: 68 × 5.3 × 4.7 mm
A high-quality collectible from one of the world's best-known localities for noble tourmaline crystals – ideal for discerning mineral collectors and lovers of exceptional crystals.
Seller's Story
RareWorldGems specializes in minerals and jewelry. Emphasis is placed on the highest quality and reliability. I am part of a long-standing family business. This enterprise has been operated across generations and is established worldwide through a broad customer base and a diverse range of products. Additionally, RareWorldGems has partners around the globe who help advance the business further. Most of the minerals originate from Afghanistan.
Translated by Google TranslateAn exceptionally aesthetic, deep green tourmaline crystal on a sparkling white quartz matrix from the famous Paprok Mine in Nuristan, Afghanistan.
The elongated crystal captivates with its intense emerald green color, excellent transparency, as well as sharply defined prism faces and a natural, perfectly preserved end face. The contrasting transition between the vivid green tourmaline and the white quartz matrix gives the piece a particularly elegant and high-quality appearance.
Locality: Paprok Mine, Nuristan, Afghanistan
Total weight: 39.5 carats
Overall dimensions: 68 × 21 × 17 mm
Crystal size: 68 × 5.3 × 4.7 mm
A high-quality collectible from one of the world's best-known localities for noble tourmaline crystals – ideal for discerning mineral collectors and lovers of exceptional crystals.
Seller's Story
RareWorldGems specializes in minerals and jewelry. Emphasis is placed on the highest quality and reliability. I am part of a long-standing family business. This enterprise has been operated across generations and is established worldwide through a broad customer base and a diverse range of products. Additionally, RareWorldGems has partners around the globe who help advance the business further. Most of the minerals originate from Afghanistan.
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Number of objects
1
Main mineral
Elegant deep-green tourmaline crystal
Mineral form
on Quartz
Weight
39.5 t
Origin (region/city)
Nuristan
Country of origin
Afghanistan
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