Morganite Raw Mini Crystal, Afghanistan—MINI6

*This is a miniature specimen—please consider dimensions and examine scale photos carefully!* This is a sweet and unique specimen of a very appealing mineral! This is morganite, the pink beryl varsity—rarely seen and highly prized. The color of this specimen is nearly colorless, kissed by palest pink. The icy pink crystal has beautiful gemmy clarity, and overall it has formed an organic and appealing miniature cluster with albite blades! Perfect for the healing or specimen collector in your life, and would really shine in a jewelry project. Locality: Afghanistan Dimensions: 0.50” x 0.50” x 0.38” (13mm x 13mm x 10mm) Weight: 2.6 g (0.09 oz, 12.9 cts) FORMATION: Morganite, the pink beryl variety, is named for philanthropist and noted mineral collector JP Morgan. This is one of the best-loved members of the Beryl group, which also includes emerald, aquamarine, and rarest red beryl. HEALING: Morganite is associated with love, self-love, and opening of the heart chakra. It is connected to emotional healing and balancing. *Though many gems and minerals have historical and cultural associations with healing properties, these items are sold for display, study, and collector interest only. Check out more crystals and specimens in my Etsy shop: http://www.etsy.com/shop/PhenomenalGems?ref=si_shop