{"product_id":"raw-ruby-corundum-crystal-natural-hexagonal-mineral-specimen-in-matrix-18g","title":"Raw Ruby Corundum Crystal Natural Hexagonal Mineral Specimen in Matrix 18g","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA natural \u003cstrong\u003eRuby Corundum crystal specimen\u003c\/strong\u003e, weighing approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18g\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis interesting raw specimen displays muted raspberry-red, mauve and purplish-red colouring with areas of pale natural matrix and surface mineralisation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe crystal retains a distinctive chunky \u003cstrong\u003ehexagonal corundum crystal habit\u003c\/strong\u003e, including relatively flat basal surfaces and visible natural growth features. It has been left completely raw and unpolished, making it an attractive small mineralogical specimen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural Ruby Corundum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaw, unpolished crystal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eApprox. \u003cstrong\u003e18g\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRaspberry-red to purplish-red colouring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHexagonal crystal habit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural matrix and surface deposits\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural growth markings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExact specimen pictured\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eNatural fractures, cleavage, inclusions, matrix and irregular edges are present. Please study all photographs carefully as they show the exact specimen you will receive.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"ltr\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDisclaimer: Gemstone identification is based on visual assessment only, considering colour, pattern, translucency, lustre and other observable characteristics. Stones have not been laboratory tested unless explicitly stated. Whilst every effort has been made to identify each gemstone accurately, identification should be considered our best professional opinion rather than a certified mineralogical determination. Natural gemstones vary in colour, pattern and inclusions, making every piece unique. Metaphysical properties are based on traditional beliefs and are not scientifically proven.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clarke's Fusions","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47879584252035,"sku":null,"price":8.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0384\/0432\/5507\/files\/IMG_20260809_153211.jpg?v=1786804196","url":"https:\/\/clarkesfusions.co.uk\/products\/raw-ruby-corundum-crystal-natural-hexagonal-mineral-specimen-in-matrix-18g","provider":"Clarke's Fusions ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}