Description

This beautiful small cabinet specimen comes from Chhappu in the Braldu Valley, Shigar District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan—an area celebrated for producing fine tourmaline crystals. It features an elegant cluster of green tourmaline with subtle pink highlights, a classic and sought-after color combination from this locality. The crystals are attractively set on a white albite matrix, contributing to the piece’s visual charm and mineralogical significance.

The primary tourmaline crystal measures 2.6 cm long and displays excellent luster, translucency, and form. Its vivid coloration stands out even more under proper lighting, enhancing the overall appeal of the specimen. The natural contrast between the green-pink hues of the tourmaline and the pale matrix makes the piece particularly eye-catching. The specimen looks even more striking in person, offering a refined and collectible example of this beloved mineral combination.

Specifications

Mineral:
Tourmaline with Albite

Small Cabinet:
LWD: 6.5 x 5.2 x 3.5 cm
Xl: 2.6 x 0.6 x 0.6 cm

Weight: 113 g

Locality:
Chhappu, Braldu Valley, Shigar District, Gilgit-Baltistan, Pakistan.