According to The Mineralogical Record, “Malkhan has produced some of the largest and finest specimens of colored Tourmaline in the world, especially Rubellite, rivaling discoveries from Brazil, California, Madagascar, and Afghanistan.” This particular specimen is hot and incredibly gemmy and colorful polychrome Tourmaline from the pegmatites of the Malkhan Pegmatite Field in Russia. It has one repair at the top, but the stunning quality and remarkable aesthetics overshadow that slight imperfection. Moreover, the luster is incredible on the front faces, with spectacular color and amazing termination. The long Tourmaline crystal has a deep cranberry color, placing them among the best of the Rubellite family. It is just unbelievable beauty from Malkhan Pegmatite Field.

Specifications

Mineral:
Tourmaline on Albite

Cabinet Large Mineral:
LWD: 16.5 x 10 x 9 cm
Xl: 12.5 x 3.4 x 3.4 cm

Weight: 762 grams

Locality:
Malkhan Pegmatite Field, Krasnyi Chikoy, Krasnochikoysky District, Zabaykalsky Krai, Russia.