EUCLASE
BeAlSiO₄(OH)
Itabira, Minas Gerais, Brazil

The rare mineral euclase sometimes occurs in gem-quality crystals, but they seldom exceed 2 cm in length. This large, virtually flawless crystal is considered one of the world's best.

Size: 10 cm tall

Acquired: 1985 donation from Mr. and Mrs. Hyman Savinar.

Disposition: On display in the Gem Crystal exhibit.

Catalog Number: 25044