An unusual rough pink mineral specimen in a contrasting grey-white crystalline matrix, weighing approximately 31g.
The specimen features distinctive soft to vivid pink areas occurring in patches and seams throughout a coarse, sparkling matrix. Based on its visual appearance, the pink mineral is possibly tugtupite, a comparatively uncommon mineral best known for its pink to reddish colouration and characteristic fluorescence.
The surrounding matrix contains silvery-grey and white crystalline material, creating an attractive contrast with the pink mineral and making this an interesting piece for a mineral or geological collection.
Weight: Approx. 31g
Identification: Possible Tugtupite in Matrix
Colour: Pink, grey, silver and white
Form: Natural rough specimen
Finish: Unpolished
Tugtupite can exhibit distinctive fluorescence under ultraviolet light; however, this specimen has not been laboratory identified or confirmed by diagnostic testing. It is therefore being offered as possible tugtupite based on visual characteristics only.
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