Tourmaline, Quartz, Cleavelandite and Lepidolite – Afghanistan
Tourmaline, Quartz, Cleavelandite and Lepidolite – Afghanistan
$25,500.00
| Weight | 1064 g |
|---|---|
| Cabinet | 10.5 × 11 × 8 cm |
| Size | Cabinet |
| XL | 10.5 x 6 x 4.5 cm |
| Locality | Paprok, Nuristan Province, Afghanistan |
SKU: TRML-411 Category: Tourmaline
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This tourmaline from Paprok shows a gentle, pleasing color shift, beginning with a rich pink center that transitions into soft green tones near the broad, flat termination. At the same time, the base deepens into a darker greenish shade, adding a nice contrast. The crystal displays a bright, glassy luster on its tall, striated faces, giving it a clean, refined look. It sits on a lovely mix of quartz, cleavelandite, and light lavender lepidolite, with the white cleavelandite blades adding a fresh contrast that makes the colors stand out even more. The entire piece feels balanced and aesthetically pleasing, with natural zoning and a smooth harmony between the crystal and its matrix.



