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Photograph of Beryl, variety AquamarineBERYL, variety Aquamarine
Be3Al2Si6O18
Lavra da Inveja, Marambainha, Minas Gerais, Brazil

Dubbed "The Bullet", this nearly flawless aquamarine crystal began to naturally redissolve shortly after it grew. Note its highly etched surface and distinctly rounded shape.

Size: 11 cm tall; 2,879 carats

Acquired: 1986 donation from Mr. & Mrs. Hyman Savinar and Mr. Harold Savinar.

Disposition: On display in the Gem Crystal exhibit.

Catalog Number: 25083