Scapolite – Gem Spinel Deposit, Pamir Mountains, Pyandzh River Valley, Gorno-Badakhshan, Tajikistan
Ex Collection Rock H. Currier

Violet scapolite in the best gemstone quality. The 3 cm long crystal is skeletonized in steps in the lower area.
A flawless collector's item in the best quality from Central Asia.
Under shortwave UV the crystal shines in an intense, neon-like pink.

 The now deceased, passionate mineral collector, LAPIS author and mineral dealer Rock H. Currier was a true American collecting legend. During his life he traveled to almost every accessible location. We were lucky enough to acquire a few selected pieces from his private collection for you.