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Beryl var. Aquamarine-
Reynolds Mine, Royalston, Worcester Co., Massachusetts.
9 cm across
Ex. Lardner Vanuxem (1792-1848) # 3047
A magnificent, 19th century example of aquamarine from this classic New England locale. This large specimen hosts several crystals of gemmy blue aquamarine in quartz matrix. The crystals have sharp, glassy faces with gemmy clarity and choice blue color. The main crystal measures 4.8cm and is terminated.
An old time Massachusetts aquamarine from the collection of Lardner Vanuxem.