Elbaite

Reference: 2242

Stubby elbaite crystals formed from three coalesing single crystals all showing interesting graduation of colour from black to clear through narrow green and yellow zones.  Small area of contact on the side of one of the constituent crystals.  Mounted in a 6x4cm plastic 'josie' box

Formula: Na(Li_1.5Al_1.5)Al₆(Si₆O₁₈)(BO₃)₃(OH)₃(OH)

Status: Sold

Dimensions: 29x21x17mm

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