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Lot 90:
A rare and collectible, substantial, specimen of numerous large (up to 13 cm), RUBELLITE, natural crystals in their
matrix. Presented in a custom made and decorated wooden box. Dimensions: 13 x 13 x 5 cm (appr.), weight: 888 g.
Origin: Brazil, as African ones are associated with brown tinges.
NB: Rubellite is a red or pink variety of Tourmaline. It is the rarest gem in its family, often mistaken for ruby.
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