Rubellite (Elbaite) intense red tourmaline
stock #14.1-043
Malkhan Pegmatite Field, Krasnyi Chikoy, Chitinskaya Oblast, Transbaikal
Eastern Siberia,
Russia
4.9 x 3.7 x 3 CM (miniature)
price: $390
Spring 2014
The Transbaikalia region has sporadically been the source of some fine tourmalines. When available in good quality these represent a great value as they are distinctive and relatively low priced compared to most other locales. This is a particularly nice example in excellent condition with super color very similar to the classic Jonas Mine (which command a LOT more money!). Composed of two perfectly terminated crystals joining at an angle, this displays well with a lot of impact for its size.
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