Aquamarine with Columbite and Albite – Pakistan
Aquamarine with Columbite and Albite – Pakistan
| Weight | 150 g |
|---|---|
| Small Cabinet | 8 × 6 × 3.5 cm |
| XL | 6 x 1.5 x 1.4 cm |
| Size | Small Cabinet |
| Locality | Nyt Bruk Mine, Shigar Valley, Skardu District, Baltistan, Northern Areas, Pakistan |
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Two elegant aquamarine crystals rise cleanly from a snowy-white albite matrix, forming a well-balanced, natural composition. The crystals show a pleasing soft blue tone and impressive transparency, allowing light to pass through the interiors and emphasizing their internal structure. The main crystal is particularly interesting, featuring a distinct black columbite inclusion that adds character and geological interest without compromising clarity.
Both prisms display flat and sharply defined terminations with bright vitreous luster, and their vertical growth from the albite creates a graceful upright presentation. The contrast between the cool blue beryl and the white matrix enhances the piece’s visual impact, giving it a refined, highly aesthetic appearance. Overall, the specimen presents beautifully from multiple angles and makes a striking cabinet display.










