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Elbaite var. Rubellite (1978 pocket)
- Jonas Mine, Itataia, Minas Gerais, Brazil
- Miniature, 4.9 x 1.3 x 1.3 cm
- Start Time: 01/12/2012 6:30:00 pm (CST)
- End Time: 01/24/2012 5:30:00 pm (CST)
- Auction Closed
Item Description
From the incredible 1978 find, this Jonas elbaite is lustrous and translucent with a lovely cranberry red color. Its gem weight is 16 grams. This is a single fine, undamaged, complete-all-around crystal from one of the two most famous tourmaline pockets in modern history. The Jonas tourmalines are almost magical, and still to this day unequaled for crisp color and value to the collector. Valued $2500