{"product_id":"tourmaline-specimen-513g","title":"Tourmaline Specimen - 513g","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e513g Pale Green Tourmaline with Quartz, Albite \u0026amp; Lavender Lepidolite – Large Kunar Afghanistan Mineral Specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn exceptional 513-gram cabinet-size mineral specimen from Kunar Province, Afghanistan, featuring pale mint-green Tourmaline crystals across a beautiful lavender Lepidolite matrix with white Albite and a prominent natural Quartz crystal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe standout feature is the large, sharply formed Quartz crystal rising dramatically from the matrix, giving the specimen an impressive three-dimensional composition. Across the lavender Lepidolite are numerous naturally occurring pale green Tourmaline crystals ranging from tiny crystals and crystal clusters to several larger elongated prisms. Their delicate mint coloration contrasts beautifully against the soft purple Lepidolite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhite to translucent Albite adds additional texture and brightness throughout the specimen, while the combination of Quartz, Tourmaline, Albite and Lepidolite creates the classic complex pegmatite mineral association for which this region of Afghanistan is renowned.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 513 grams, this is a substantial display specimen rather than a small thumbnail or miniature. The large Quartz crystal, extensive lavender Lepidolite and widespread Tourmaline crystallization give the piece excellent visual interest from multiple viewing angles.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge 513-gram natural cabinet specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerous pale mint-green Tourmaline crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProminent large terminated Quartz crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBeautiful lavender-purple Lepidolite matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhite to translucent Albite throughout\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive green, lavender and white color combination\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple Tourmaline crystals distributed across the matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHighly three-dimensional natural formation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent statement and display specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Afghan pegmatite mineral association\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKunar Province, Afghanistan\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicks Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53991419347244,"sku":null,"price":449.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/1337\/5532\/files\/IMG_9087_1835b426-fea7-4d76-9214-bd38810da904.jpg?v=1788108624","url":"https:\/\/nicksminerals.com\/products\/tourmaline-specimen-513g","provider":"Nicks Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}