Name | TINZENITE | Variety | TINZENITE | Origin | Genoa (Liguria) Italy | Hardness | 6,5-7 | Composition | (Ca,Mn,Fe)3Al2BO3Si4 O12OH | Crystaline sys. | TRIGONAL
| Size | 8,6x4,1x3,3 cm | Weight | 97 gr |
Description:
TInzenite is named after the town of Tinzen, Switzerland, where it was discovered. It is a rare calcium and aluminium silicate which appears associated to quartz in manganese deposits. In this specimen what particularly stands out is its beautiful orange colour. |
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TINZENITE
VARIETY TINZENITE
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