Achroite Crystal (Colorless Elbaite)

Achroite Crystal (Colorless Elbaite) from Pala District, San Diego County, California

Collection

John Betts - Fine Minerals

Description

Terminated crystal of Achroite Tourmaline without matrix. Despite that it has a very faint pink hue, it is still labeled as Achroite because the color is indiscernible. The crystal has a simple flat termination with minor nicks on the edges. Ex. J. Cilen #8594.

Locality

Pala District, San Diego County, California

Dimensions

18 x 17 x 14 mm.


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