Elbaite Tourmaline: Xanda mine, Virgem da Lapa, Minas Gerais Region, Brazil

Description

Species: Elbaite Tourmaline

Locality: Xanda mine, Virgem da Lapa, Minas Gerais Region, Brazil

Size: 6.5 x 1.5 x 1.7 cm.

Excellent large, gemmy color-zoned tourmaline crystal from the Xanda mine in Brazil. Has an unusual colorless “achroite” color in the main body of the crystal with a striking green cap. Pale pink zones are also very attractive in this crystal. Great for this uncommon Brazilian locality better known for topaz. Ex. Brian Kraft Collection. Mark Cross photo.