Description
This specimen presents a broad, tabular aquamarine crystal with soft, icy-blue coloration and a subtly stepped growth profile. The aquamarine’s translucency allows light to move gently through the crystal, highlighting internal textures and faint zoning. Golden-beige muscovite clusters along one side of the crystal add warmth and visual interest, creating a pleasing contrast between the cool beryl and the reflective mica. The overall form is compact yet architectural, giving this piece a quiet but confident presence.
Dimensions & Weight
• 1.5" × 1" × 1.25"
• 51 g
Metaphysical Properties
Aquamarine is often associated with calm, clarity, and emotional balance, making it a favorite for those drawn to soothing, reflective stones. Muscovite is commonly linked to insight and self-awareness, symbolically complementing aquamarine’s tranquil energy. Together, they are appreciated for their harmonious blend of serenity and mental clarity.
Collector’s Notes
What sets this specimen apart is the broad, blocky habit of the aquamarine crystal paired with a concentrated muscovite association. Aquamarine pieces with this flatter, tabular form are less common than prismatic forms and are especially appealing to collectors who appreciate variation in crystal habit within a single species. The muscovite adds both geological context and aesthetic contrast without overwhelming the aquamarine.
Highlights
• Gemmy blue aquamarine with tabular crystal habit
• Attractive muscovite matrix with warm coloration
• Classic pegmatite association
• Compact yet visually substantial cabinet miniature
• Gemmy luster
Mineralogy
• Aquamarine (Beryl) – Beryllium aluminum silicate
• Muscovite – Potassium aluminum mica
• Crystal systems: Hexagonal (beryl), Monoclinic (muscovite)
Description
This specimen presents a broad, tabular aquamarine crystal with soft, icy-blue coloration and a subtly stepped growth profile. The aquamarine’s translucency allows light to move gently through the crystal, highlighting internal textures and faint zoning. Golden-beige muscovite clusters along one side of the crystal add warmth and visual interest, creating a pleasing contrast between the cool beryl and the reflective mica. The overall form is compact yet architectural, giving this piece a quiet but confident presence.
Dimensions & Weight
• 1.5" × 1" × 1.25"
• 51 g
Metaphysical Properties
Aquamarine is often associated with calm, clarity, and emotional balance, making it a favorite for those drawn to soothing, reflective stones. Muscovite is commonly linked to insight and self-awareness, symbolically complementing aquamarine’s tranquil energy. Together, they are appreciated for their harmonious blend of serenity and mental clarity.
Collector’s Notes
What sets this specimen apart is the broad, blocky habit of the aquamarine crystal paired with a concentrated muscovite association. Aquamarine pieces with this flatter, tabular form are less common than prismatic forms and are especially appealing to collectors who appreciate variation in crystal habit within a single species. The muscovite adds both geological context and aesthetic contrast without overwhelming the aquamarine.
Highlights
• Gemmy blue aquamarine with tabular crystal habit
• Attractive muscovite matrix with warm coloration
• Classic pegmatite association
• Compact yet visually substantial cabinet miniature
• Gemmy luster
Mineralogy
• Aquamarine (Beryl) – Beryllium aluminum silicate
• Muscovite – Potassium aluminum mica
• Crystal systems: Hexagonal (beryl), Monoclinic (muscovite)
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