{"product_id":"zambian-emerald-specimen-128g","title":"Zambian Emerald Specimen - 128g","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eZambian Emerald Crystal Cluster with Mica – 128g Collector 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\u003eBeautiful Zambian Emerald crystal cluster weighing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e128 grams (640 carats total specimen weight)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This attractive collector specimen features numerous green Emerald crystals naturally grouped across a contrasting pale matrix with abundant silvery mica.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhat makes this specimen especially appealing is the concentration of Emerald visible across the display surface. Multiple crystals emerge from the matrix in a clustered formation, producing excellent green coverage from several viewing angles. The crystals range from soft mint-green to richer blue-green areas and show attractive translucency when illuminated by strong natural light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSilvery mica occurring between and around the Emerald crystals provides excellent contrast, while the pale matrix helps emphasize the specimen's green coloration. Several larger crystal sections display recognizable prismatic growth and natural surface texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Emeralds are naturally included and show contacts, fractures, irregular terminations and matrix attachments characteristic of a natural mineral specimen. This piece is best appreciated as a \u003cstrong\u003ecollector\/display specimen rather than faceting material\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 128 grams, it is an excellent hand-sized specimen with considerably more Emerald exposed than is typical of many matrix-heavy pieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Features\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eZambian Emerald crystal cluster\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: \u003cstrong\u003e128 grams \/ approximately 640 carats\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNumerous exposed green Emerald crystals\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent Emerald-to-matrix visual ratio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAttractive mint-green to blue-green coloration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAreas of natural translucency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMultiple recognizable crystal formations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSilvery mica association\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePale contrasting matrix\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmerald visible across multiple sides\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural inclusions and crystal contacts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExcellent hand-sized display specimen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact specimen shown in photographs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLocality\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eZambia\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nicks Minerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53989990990124,"sku":null,"price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0905\/1337\/5532\/files\/IMG_9033_44ed72ac-c913-4f57-a548-e65c3f9b3714.jpg?v=1788038067","url":"https:\/\/nicksminerals.com\/products\/zambian-emerald-specimen-128g","provider":"Nicks Minerals","version":"1.0","type":"link"}