Ruby Spinel Octahedron

Ruby Spinel Octahedron from Mogok, Sagaing Division, Burma (Myanmar)

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Exceptionally large single crystal of blood-red Ruby Spinel. The Spinel crystal is octahedral form with excellent translucency. The crystal faces are flat and glassy, with scattered depressions the result of co-forming with Calcite.

Locality

Mogok, Sagaing Division, Burma (Myanmar)

Dimensions

28 x 24 x 23 mm.


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