Description
Though "just a thumbnail" this is a super aesthetic crystal with great gemminess and aesthetic impact. A superb, intense green and very transparent Elbaite crystal with excellent striations, great luster, very sharp edges and superb, multiple faceted termination. This fine specimen comes from the named Brazilian locality Virgem da Lapa of Jequitinhonha Valley, Minas Gerais. No significant imperfection despite magnification.