Corundum var. Ruby
Mysore Corundum Deposits, Karnataka, India
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| Classification |
Mineral |
| Tags |
Fluorescent
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| Origin Location |
Mysore Corundum Deposits, Karnataka, India |
| Description |
This is a beautifully polished, large and heavy sample of deep crimson red corundum var. Ruby. Ruby is one of the big 4 gems that have been treasured, stockpiled, and traded as precious stones since antiquity. Because this material is not translucent, we are able to offer it at a very reasonable price for the size. This is your chance to own a very hefty piece of this sought after gemstone material at a bargain price! |
| Luster |
Polished |
| Luster (Groundmass) |
Not noted, see photo. |
| Optical Phenomena |
Not noted, see photo. |
| Mineral Group / Note |
Not noted, check reference links below. |
| Handling |
No special handling is required. |
| Modifications |
Polished |
| Size Group |
Miniature |
| Weight |
Not weighed precisely yet, please inquire. |
| Dimensions |
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| Quantity |
1 Specimen |
| Mineral List |
Corundum: Al2O3
dialuminum trioxide *
* Formula chemical names are auto-generated - may be incorrect on complex formulas.
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Specimen Analysis |
Color Table
Colors found in this specimen image are shown below. Higher number indicates greater concentration of that color.
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Quartz var. Amethyst (Scepter) Quartz var. Amethyst Quartz var. Amethyst Garnet var. Spessartine Cuprite Inesite |
Elements in this Specimen:
Elements that are part of the official chemical structure of the minerals occurring in this specimen are indicated below.
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Mineral Group:
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Structural Group(s):
Fleischers Group(s):
hematite
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