Natural Pink Morganite Crystals with Green Tourmaline & Cleavelandite Albite from Dara-e-Pech, Afghanistan – 665 Gram
Natural Pink Morganite Crystals with Green Tourmaline & Cleavelandite Albite from Dara-e-Pech, Afghanistan – 665 Gram
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A Three-Mineral Combination from One of Afghanistan's Most Celebrated Pegmatite Localities
Dara-e-Pech in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, sits on the Nuristan rare-melt pegmatite belt — an internationally documented geological formation specifically known for producing flawless crystals of morganite beryl, elbaite tourmaline, and kunzite. Combination specimens from this locality are recognized by leading specialist dealers as genuinely uncommon and among the most visually striking pegmatite pieces Afghanistan produces.
This 665-gram specimen brings together natural pink morganite crystals, green tourmaline, and white cleavelandite albite — all formed together in the same pocket, all terminated and damage-free.
See it from two angles before deciding:
Watch Video 1 here | Watch Video 2 here — both show the exact specimen you'll receive in real light.
What Are These Minerals?
Morganite is the pink-to-peach variety of beryl — the same mineral family as emerald and aquamarine — prized for its soft, delicate color and rarity relative to other beryl varieties. The pink tone comes from trace manganese within the crystal structure.
Green tourmaline on this specimen is elbaite — the lithium-bearing, gem-quality variety of tourmaline responsible for nearly all collectible multicolored tourmaline on the market. The Dara-e-Pech pegmatite field has produced elbaite specimens whose quality has been compared to the finest from Minas Gerais, Brazil. Mindat
Cleavelandite albite is the platy, white variety of albite feldspar that naturally accompanies both morganite and tourmaline in Afghan pegmatite pockets, adding bright contrast and textural interest to the piece.
Why This Specimen Stands Out
Visual impact. Pink morganite against green tourmaline against white cleavelandite — three naturally contrasting colors in one piece, each mineral formed in the same geological pocket at the same time. The color combination is striking without any arrangement or intervention.
Locality prestige. The Dara-e-Pech pegmatite field is documented on Nuristan's rare-melt pegmatite belt and has produced flawless crystals of morganite beryl, elbaite, and kunzite. Naming this exact locality adds documented provenance and long-term collector value that a generic "Afghanistan" attribution simply doesn't carry. Mindat
Collector rarity. Elegant pegmatite combination specimens from Dara-e-Pech are not common — finding pink morganite, green tourmaline, and cleavelandite all naturally co-formed on the same matrix, all undamaged, is a genuinely uncommon find. iRocks
Two videos. Both linked above show the actual specimen from different angles in real light, giving you the most accurate impression of its color, scale, and condition before buying.
Properties & Details
| Detail | Specification |
|---|---|
| Primary Stone | Morganite (pink variety of Beryl) |
| Associated Minerals | Green Tourmaline (Elbaite), Cleavelandite Albite |
| Origin | Dara-e-Pech, Kunar Province, Afghanistan |
| Treatment | Natural — no enhancement |
| Weight | 665 grams |
| Specimen Size | 98 × 96 × 87 mm |
| Termination | Morganite crystals terminated, damage-free |
| Color | Natural pink (morganite), green (tourmaline), white (cleavelandite) |
| SKU | D39-24 |
| Shipping | Express Shipping included |
Buying Guide: What Makes a Strong Morganite Combination Specimen
When evaluating a combination morganite specimen, here's what to look for:
- Locality documentation. Named, mindat-recognized localities like Dara-e-Pech add provenance that generic "Afghanistan" specimens don't have. Documented locality = stronger long-term collector value.
- Termination and condition. Complete, undamaged morganite crystals are harder to source than they look — morganite has perfect cleavage and chips easily. Terminated, damage-free crystals like these are the better find.
- Number of co-formed minerals. Three naturally co-formed minerals tell a richer geological story than a single crystal on matrix, and they're rarer to find all undamaged together.
- Color contrast. Pink morganite against green tourmaline and white cleavelandite creates natural, dramatic color contrast that makes for a far more striking display than a single-color specimen.
- Natural pink color. Morganite's delicate pink comes from trace manganese — this specimen shows its color entirely naturally, with no treatment of any kind.
Authenticity You Can Trust
This specimen is 100% natural with no treatment of any kind. Both linked videos show the actual piece in real light from different angles, so you can fully evaluate color, condition, and scale before buying — not a stock photo or representative sample. We source directly from mining regions in Afghanistan, maintaining short, transparent supply chains from miner to collector.
How to Use This Specimen
- Display & collection. A natural centerpiece for a morganite collection, an Afghan locality shelf, or a dedicated "combination specimens" display.
- Gifting. A meaningful, visually stunning gift for a serious collector or anyone drawn to morganite's reputation as a stone of love and compassion.
- Energy & wellness spaces. Morganite is widely associated with the Heart Chakra, unconditional love, and emotional healing — making it a popular display piece in meditation and living spaces.
Metaphysical Properties
Morganite opens the heart to unconditional love and compassion while gently dissolving ego. Connected to the Heart Chakra, it's associated with emotional healing, stress relief, and a sense of gentle reassurance. Green tourmaline alongside it amplifies heart-centered energy, adding vitality and growth to morganite's softening influence.
Care Instructions
- Clean gently with a soft, dry cloth only — avoid water and ultrasonic cleaners, since morganite's perfect cleavage makes it sensitive to sudden shock or pressure.
- Store away from prolonged direct sunlight to preserve natural pink color.
- Handle by the matrix base rather than the crystal terminations to prevent chipping.
- Avoid sudden temperature changes.
Why Buy From Minerals Paradise
We source directly from mining regions in Afghanistan, keeping the chain from miner to collector as short and transparent as possible. Every listing comes with real photos and multiple videos of the actual specimen — not stock imagery. We ship worldwide, back every order with a 15-day return policy, and offer flexible payment plans for collector-level purchases.
Explore more from our morganite and Afghan pegmatite collection: browse our full Morganite Crystal Collection, including our flagship 2566g morganite-with-tourmaline specimen, or see our Tourmaline Crystals and Kunzite Crystals for other fine Afghan pegmatite pieces from the same geological belt. To learn more about morganite's meaning, visit our Healing Crystals blog, or check Birthstones for more on beryl family birthstones.
5. FAQ SECTION (AEO Optimized)
Q: Is this morganite specimen natural?
A: Yes. This specimen is 100% natural with no treatment or enhancement of any kind.
Q: Where is Dara-e-Pech, and why does it matter?
A: Dara-e-Pech is a documented pegmatite field in Kunar Province, Afghanistan, located on the Nuristan rare-melt pegmatite belt. It's internationally recognized for producing flawless crystals of morganite beryl, elbaite tourmaline, and kunzite — making it one of Afghanistan's most prestigious mineral localities.
Q: What minerals are included in this specimen?
A: This specimen contains natural pink morganite crystals, green elbaite tourmaline, and white cleavelandite albite, all naturally formed together in the same pegmatite pocket.
Q: Are there videos showing the actual specimen?
A: Yes — two separate videos from different angles are linked in this listing, both filmed in real light so you can evaluate the piece fully before buying.
Q: What is cleavelandite albite?
A: Cleavelandite is a platy, white variety of albite feldspar that naturally forms alongside morganite and tourmaline in Afghan pegmatite deposits, adding bright visual contrast to the piece.
Q: What are morganite's healing properties?
A: Morganite is widely associated with unconditional love, compassion, and emotional healing, connected to the Heart Chakra in crystal healing traditions.
Q: Do you ship this specimen worldwide?
A: Yes, we ship worldwide with Express Shipping, and orders are processed within 24–48 hours of payment confirmation.
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