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MD-146093
Apatite-(Caf)
Himalaya Mine (Himalaya pegmatite; Himalaya dikes), Gem Hill, Mesa Grande District, San Diego Co., California, USA
Thumbnail, 2.3 x 1.0 x 1.0 cm
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A doubly terminated, sharply hexagonal apatite crystal from the famous Himalaya Mine. This pristine crystal is gemmy and glassy and is colorless to light gray. Ex. Ed Ruggiero Collection, who purchased this piece from Pala Properties in 1977. One of the more uncommon Himalaya species and a fine crystal.