Morganite - Specimen calcite mineral specimen Location Mined: Oregon

Location Mined: Oregon

The main crystals are a pale green to yellow-green

This example shows the kind of aesthetic that made Congolese dioptase famous among mineral collectors: saturated color

Dimensions: 35mm x 13mm x 12mm

Morganite - Specimen calcite mineral specimen Location Mined: OregonMined from: Pegmatite deposits, Nuristan Kunar region, Afghanistan Description: This one of a kind morganite specimen from Afghanistan shows the soft pink color that makes morganite stand out from other members of the beryl family. The piece has a broad, chunky form with pale blush to peach pink areas, mixed with white sections and naturally broken surfaces. Instead of sharp gemmy transparency, this specimen has a more solid and sculptural look, with