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Aquamarine Crystal - 14g

$500.00

Gem Grade Double-Terminated Etched Aquamarine Crystal from Shigar Valley, Pakistan

This exceptional gem-grade Aquamarine crystal from the renowned Shigar Valley, Pakistan displays outstanding clarity, remarkable color, and an extraordinary crystal form. The crystal exhibits a rare and highly desirable double-terminated structure along with numerous unique step-growth formations that add character and complexity to the specimen. What makes this crystal especially remarkable is its natural etched surfaces—a highly sought-after feature rarely found in combination with double termination and pronounced step-growth architecture.

The combination of exceptional transparency, rich blue coloration, sharp crystal definition, natural etching, and intricate growth patterns makes this a truly elite collector-quality Aquamarine. Specimens displaying all three characteristics—double termination, step-growth formation, and natural etching—are exceptionally uncommon, elevating both the rarity and desirability of this piece. Its outstanding color, clarity, and unique crystal features ensure it stands out as a centerpiece specimen in any fine mineral collection.

Key Features

  • Gem-grade Aquamarine crystal
  • Rare double-terminated crystal formation
  • Distinctive and uncommon step-growth crystal features
  • Natural etched crystal surfaces
  • Exceptional clarity and transparency
  • Beautiful blue color with excellent saturation
  • Sharp crystal definition and outstanding aesthetics
  • Rare combination of double termination, step-growth, and etching
  • Classic world-famous locality: Shigar Valley, Pakistan
  • Fine collector and display-quality specimen
  • Exceptional combination of color, shape, clarity, and rarity
  • Natural, untreated mineral specimen

Shigar Valley is internationally recognized for producing some of the world's finest Aquamarine crystals. This remarkable specimen showcases an extraordinary combination of crystal perfection, vivid color, exceptional clarity, natural etching, and rare growth features, making it a highly desirable acquisition for advanced collectors and mineral enthusiasts alike.

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SHIPPING TIMES (UNITED STATES)

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Express 1-3 Business Days

SHIPPING TIMES (INTERNATIONAL)

Standard Shipping 12-20 Business Days

Returns Policy

We have a 30-day return policy, which means you have 30 days after receiving your item to request a return.

To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

To start a return, you can contact us at nick@nicksminerals.com. 

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. 

Damages and issues
Please inspect your order upon reception and contact us immediately if the item is defective, damaged or if you receive the wrong item, so that we can evaluate the issue and make it right.

Exceptions / non-returnable items
Certain types of items cannot be returned, like perishable goods (such as food, flowers, or plants), custom products (such as special orders or personalized items), and personal care goods (such as beauty products). We also do not accept returns for hazardous materials, flammable liquids, or gases. Please get in touch if you have questions or concerns about your specific item.

Unfortunately, we cannot accept returns on sale items or gift cards.

Exchanges
The fastest way to ensure you get what you want is to return the item you have, and once the return is accepted, make a separate purchase for the new item.

European Union 14 day cooling off period
Notwithstanding the above, if the merchandise is being shipped into the European Union, you have the right to cancel or return your order within 14 days, for any reason and without a justification. As above, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unworn or unused, with tags, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase.

Refunds
We will notify you once we’ve received and inspected your return, and let you know if the refund was approved or not. If approved, you’ll be automatically refunded on your original payment method within 10 business days. Please remember it can take some time for your bank or credit card company to process and post the refund too.

If more than 15 business days have passed since we’ve approved your return, please contact us at nick@nicksminerals.com.