It is incredibly rare to have FIVE individual phosphate species all on one specimen like this
but this piece is a notably different style than the traditional twins
it resembles a spiked halberd
especially when compared to older specimens from 70 years ago which were riddled with damage and had poor aesthetics
Afghanistan (particularly Paprok) has truly produced some of the most attractive Tourmaline specimens around for the last 25 years or so
Topaz gemstone It is incredibly rare toA classic Topaz specimen from the famous Thomas Range in Utah. Aside from Red Beryl, this is arguably the most sought after and recognizable mineral from the area. This thumbnail sized piece features an excellent, GEM quality, sharp, highly lustrous, very well formed, sherry colored Topaz with minor attached Rhyolite at the base. The crystal has classic pyramidal modifications along the termination, creating a beautiful form. A fine quality, beautiful