Tourmaline Schaitansk, Murzinka, Middle Urals, Urals, Russia 2.3cm x 1.85cm x 1.82cm

Description/Interesting Notes: An old time example of tourmaline from this seldom referenced locality!!! This specimen consists of a highly complex crystal of tourmaline!!! The crystal is comprised of numerous parallel crystals that come together to form one single crystal with a series of thin, hollow tubes along the c-axis - this unique formation is often what creates a "cat's eye" effect in tourmaline crystals (which you can see in this one at certain angles)!!! Perhaps the most unique feature of this specimen is its unusual color - although the color is quite dark, with some lighting it becomes apparent that this crystal has a most peculiar, slightly purplish red color that is seldom seen in the species!!! This specimen retains two very old labels that date the specimen to well over 100 years old!!! The pics hardly do it justice!!! Good luck and be sure to check out my other exciting mineral auctions on ebay!!! STAY TUNED!!! MORE AUCTIONS WILL BE ADDED SATURDAY NIGHT FOR A SPECIAL 5-DAY AUCTION, ENDING THURSDAY JULY 29th!!!

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