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This impressive natural aquamarine captivates with its extraordinarily clear, ice-blue coloration and a fascinating transparency that gives the crystal a nearly water-like radiance. The harmonious blue and turquoise nuances evoke crystal-clear glacier water and grant the piece an elegant, calm presence. Particularly striking is the interior of the crystal, which is threaded with countless natural reflections, fine tension structures, and crystalline growth features. Depending on the angle of light, sparkling light plays and occasional delicate rainbow effects arise, further emphasizing the mineral’s extraordinary depth. Smooth natural crystal surfaces alternate with pearly fracture structures, making the formation history of this rough crystal visibly impressive. Aquamarine belongs to the beryl family and is among the most sought-after gemstone minerals in the world. Rough crystals with such intense transparency and uniformly light blue color are significantly rarer than ordinary beryls and are highly popular with collectors and lovers of high-quality minerals. Each specimen possesses a unique internal structure and individual color distribution, making every piece a unmistakable one-of-a-kind. Traditionally, aquamarine is associated with clarity, serenity, and inner balance. It is said to promote calm and concentration and to create a harmonious atmosphere. These traditional properties complement the mineral’s extraordinary natural beauty but are secondary to its impressive optical effect. A rare and high-quality collectible that impresses both mineralogical and decorative aspects with its exceptional transparency, ice-blue coloration, and fascinating natural structures, enriching any discerning mineral collection. Weight total: 254.45 ct Size: 58x33x25mm Gem Type: 100% Natural Aquamarine Color: As Picture Clarity: As Picture Origin: Dara-i-Pech, Konar Province, Afghanistan Treatment: None at all Hardness: 6.5-7.0 Refractive Index: 1.69-1.70 Specific Gravity: - Our shipping costs are checked and recognized by Catawiki. We have an external shipping company that handles final inspection, pickup, packing, and dispatch; that is what these shipping costs cover. The buyer bears all potential import and export costs, duties, shipping fees, etc. See also our other items and shipping costs—pick-up costs can be saved.. In some stones we have held a light under the stone to better show the color of the pieces. And color variations may occur, as every computer, monitor, and phone may display color qualities differently.
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