Diaspore
at-auction$ 20
- Locality
- Aydun, Mugula, Turkey
- Minerals
- Diaspore
- Dimensions
- 4.5 x 3.5 x 2.2 cm
- Size class
- Miniature
- SID
- F395
Crystal section of the rare Diaspore. The crystal is a greenish golden color and is fully translucent.
This is rare material from old stocks in Turkey, no more is being found as the deposit has been exhausted. Gemstones
cut from this material is marketed as 'Zultanite' and often exhibits an Alexandrite-like color change. Weighs 57 grams.