From Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan
3 grams
3.6 X 3.6 X 3.5 cm
This fine miniature features a gem-quality scapolite crystal elegantly rising from a quartz matrix. The crystal measures 2.8 x 1.6 x 1.4 cm and shows excellent luster with sharp, well-defined edges. Its pale, transparent color allows the internal structures to catch light beautifully, giving the piece a bright, glassy appeal. From the front, the crystal is especially aesthetic, standing upright in balance with the quartz. The entire specimen measures 3.6 x 3.6 x 3.5 cm and weighs 3 g, making it a superb miniature choice for collectors. At the top of the scapolite, a slight fluorescent response under UV light adds extra character. With its clarity, balanced composition, and excellent condition, this piece is an outstanding example of scapolite from the famed Badakhshan Province of Afghanistan.