Tantalite-(Mn) with Tourmaline – Pakistan
Tantalite-(Mn) with Tourmaline – Pakistan
$300.00
| Weight | 3 g |
|---|---|
| Thumbnail | 1.7 x 1 x 0.8 cm |
| Size | Thumbnail |
| Xl | 1.4 x 0.4 x 0.1 cm |
| Locality | Skardu District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan |
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This is an exceptional thumbnail-sized specimen featuring a vivid green tourmaline crystal in sharp association with lustrous red mangano-tantalite. The contrast between the bright striated tourmaline and the deep red tones of the mangano-tantalite is superb, giving the piece a substantial visual impact. A slight touch of mica at the base adds balance and completes the composition beautifully.
The combination of these minerals is highly aesthetic and uncommon, particularly given the exceptional clarity and contrast in a thumbnail-sized piece. Its rich red coloration distinguishes mangano-tantalite, a manganese-rich variety of the tantalite group, while the green tourmaline provides striking brightness and gemmy translucency. This specimen is a fine example of the mineralogical treasures found in the pegmatites of Pakistan, renowned for producing rare and collectible crystal associations.
