Beryl

9.2 x 4.4 x 3.9 cm. Weighing in at 272 grams, this is a huge crystal of beryl from Brazil, mostly gemmy through the interior, from the collection of Ed Ruggiero (with his collection card). It is an old-timer that Ruggiero acquired in 1976. The termination is complete and undamaged - with a natural etch pit filled with little stepped, chevron-shaped faces. I would describe the luster as "silky." There is natural etching on the side faces.


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Photo added: 4th Jun 2008