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Afghanite (large crystal)
Afghanite (large crystal)
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Afghanite (large crystal) (Ref: 816987309)

Ladjuar Medam, (Lapis-lazuli Mine), Sar-e Sang, Koksha Valley, Khash & Kuran Wa Munjan Districts, Badakhshan, Afghanistan (TYPE LOCALITY)
56mm x 44mm x 31mm
$3500
This complex feldspathoid is one of the more obscure members of the Cancrinite group, especially in fine quality specimens. The vast majority of Afghanite crystals, no matter how saturated the color may be, are opaque. This specimen hosts a beautiful, sharp, lustrous, well-formed, prismatic crystal
Data last checked on 14th Sep 2021 - specimen may no longer be available

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