Aquamarine with Feldspar from Pakistan
Aquamarine with Feldspar from Pakistan
$7,500.00
| Weight | 1365 g |
|---|---|
| Large Cabinet | 14.5 x 7.3 x 7.2 cm |
| Size | Large Cabinet |
| Xl | 8.5 x 1.4 x 1.3 cm |
| Locality | Goand Mine, Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan |
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This outstanding specimen features a flawless, doubly terminated aquamarine crystal gracefully rising from a contrasting feldspar matrix. The aquamarine displays remarkable transparency and a serene sky-blue hue, with both terminations sharply defined and entirely pristine. The crystal projects prominently to the right, creating a dynamic, well-balanced aesthetic that draws the eye and elevates the specimen’s overall presentation. Its elegant geometry and clarity make it a truly impressive and collector-worthy example.
Aquamarine, the blue to blue-green variety of beryl, is highly prized for its calming coloration and crystalline clarity. The Shigar Valley in Pakistan’s Skardu District is one of the world’s premier sources for aquamarine, where mineral-rich pegmatites often yield top-quality specimens. The Goand Mine, in particular, is known for producing finely crystallized aquamarines in harmony with feldspar, such as orthoclase and albite, resulting in specimens that are both mineralogically significant and visually striking. This piece exemplifies the best of that tradition—natural beauty refined through precise form and brilliant contrast.
