APATITE CRYSTAL!

Lot: ApatiteCL-1

         

         

CLASSIFICATION: Thumbnail Specimen
COLOR: Pastel Yellow, Lilac to Pale Pinkish Purple
ORIGIN: Baltistan NWFP, Pakistan
SIZE: 2.5 x 2.8 x 3 cm
WEIGHT: 36.4 Grams
DESCRIPTION:
Large Lavender Apatite crystal combination with Quartz and Black Tourmaline.  The Apatite crystal has excellent termination at most angles; however, there is some damage on one side and minimal damage on the bottom. Their are several Quartz crystals growing around the Apatite as well as a few Black Tourmalines. Overall the luster on the Apatite crystal is excellent and most edges are sharply terminated. This specimen has not been cleaned and cleaning should enhance it further. Please note that this Apatite crystal has very transparent sections.