Topaz Crystals with Microlite on Microcline Feldspar – 16 kg Museum Specimen, Skardu Pakistan
Topaz Crystals with Microlite on Microcline Feldspar – 16 kg Museum Specimen, Skardu Pakistan
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Product Overview
This is a topaz microlite feldspar specimen featuring a cluster of natural, terminated topaz crystals, alongside rare orange microlite, set on a microcline feldspar base with a perfect natural shape. The specimen weighs 16 kg and measures 320 x 170 x 150 mm. It comes from Skardu, Pakistan, part of our Topaz Crystals collection. The piece is natural and untreated, and stands without any support.
Specifications
| Detail | Information |
|---|---|
| Weight | 16 kg |
| Dimensions | 320 x 170 x 150 mm |
| Shape/Cut | Natural Terminated Crystal Cluster, Self Standing, Uncleaned |
| Color | Topaz Crystals with Orange Microlite |
| Treatment | Natural |
| Origin | Skardu, Pakistan |
| Family | Topaz with Microlite on Microcline Feldspar |
What Makes This Specimen Relevant
At 16 kg, this is a museum grade topaz specimen in scale, well beyond a typical cabinet piece, which is why it's best suited to collectors or institutions looking for a large-format display specimen rather than a shelf-size piece. For a sense of what distinguishes a museum-grade specimen from a standard one, see our guide on how to identify museum-grade mineral specimens. The combination of topaz crystals with the rarer orange microlite on well-formed microcline feldspar reflects the kind of multi-mineral pegmatite association explained in our article on pegmatite formations. This piece sits within our broader Minerals & Crystals collection.
Buying Considerations
This specimen has not been cleaned yet, so buyers should expect it to arrive in its as-found state rather than fully prepared for display; some collectors prefer this for authenticity, while others may want to have it professionally cleaned afterward. Given its weight and size, plan for appropriate space and secure placement once it arrives, and see what makes a mineral specimen valuable for context on judging a piece at this scale. You can view the video of this specimen before purchase. This specimen ships with express shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions
Has this specimen been cleaned?
No, it has not been cleaned yet and is offered in its as-found state.
Where does this specimen come from?
Skardu, Pakistan.
Is this specimen natural or treated?
It is natural, with no treatment applied.
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