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Aquamarine Specimen - 89g

$159.99 $240.00

  • Shigar Valley Aquamarine with Black Tourmaline & Quartz – Rare Pakistan Mineral Specimen

    Product Description

    Discover this striking natural aquamarine specimen from the renowned Shigar Valley in Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan. Featuring a beautiful upright blue-green aquamarine crystal surrounded by contrasting black tourmaline (schorl) and a quartz-rich mineral matrix, this specimen offers an impressive combination of color, crystal structure, and natural mineral associations.

    The aquamarine displays attractive translucency and a well-defined prismatic crystal structure. Its vibrant blue-green coloration contrasts beautifully with the dark schorl crystals and pale quartz matrix, creating a visually appealing multi-mineral formation.

    Shigar Valley is internationally recognized for producing collectible aquamarine, tourmaline, and other pegmatite minerals. This distinctive specimen makes an attractive addition to a mineral collection or display cabinet.

    Key Features

    • Primary Mineral: Natural Aquamarine (Beryl)

    • Associated Minerals: Black Tourmaline (Schorl) and Quartz

    • Origin: Shigar Valley, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan

    • Color: Blue-green aquamarine with black schorl and pale quartz matrix

    • Crystal Formation: Upright prismatic aquamarine crystal on matrix

    • Clarity: Attractive translucency with natural internal features

    • Condition: Possible previous repair or crystal reattachment

    • Specimen Type: Natural multi-mineral collector specimen

    • Display Appeal: Strong color contrast and attractive crystal positioning

    Condition & Possible Repair Disclosure

    This specimen appears to show possible evidence of a previous repair, stabilization, or crystal reattachment. Although we suspect that a repair may have occurred, we cannot definitively confirm this or determine the extent of any previous restoration.

    This possibility is disclosed for transparency. The specimen retains attractive natural mineral characteristics and excellent visual display appeal.

    Please carefully review all photographs, particularly the aquamarine crystal and its attachment to the surrounding matrix.

    Collector Appeal

    Aquamarine specimens associated with black tourmaline and quartz are desirable for their contrasting colors and distinctive mineral combinations. The upright aquamarine crystal provides a striking focal point, while the surrounding schorl and quartz enhance the overall composition.

    An attractive specimen for aquamarine enthusiasts, Pakistani mineral collectors, and anyone who appreciates natural multi-mineral crystal formations.

    Please Note

    You will receive the exact specimen pictured. Natural mineral specimens may contain fractures, inclusions, contact marks, and other imperfections. A possible previous repair or reattachment is disclosed above.


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If your return is accepted, we’ll send you a return shipping label, as well as instructions on how and where to send your package. Items sent back to us without first requesting a return will not be accepted.

You can always contact us for any return question at nick@nicksminerals.com. 

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