Bladed Blue Kyanite on Quartz — Minas Gerais, Brazil (476g)
Bladed Blue Kyanite on Quartz — Minas Gerais, Brazil (476g)
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A masterclass in natural symmetry and vibrant color. This 476g specimen hails from the Barra de Salinas district of Minas Gerais, Brazil—a locality renowned for producing the world’s most iconic Kyanite. We curated this piece for the exceptional alignment of its primary Kyanite blades, which exhibit the rich, sapphire-blue hue that earned the mineral its name (from the Greek kyanos). Intertwined with crystalline Quartz, the specimen offers a dynamic contrast of textures, from the sharp, elongated blades of the Kyanite to the granular sparkle of the matrix. It is a quintessential Brazilian classic, representing the perfect balance of aesthetic appeal and mineralogical significance.
SPECIMEN DETAILS
Mineralogy: Kyanite on Quartz
Dimensions: 11.0 x 14.1 x 6.0 cm (4.34 x 5.57 x 2.38 inches)
Weight: 476g (1.05 lbs)
Characteristics: Deep blue bladed habit; perfectly aligned crystals; natural quartz matrix.
Locality:Barra de Salinas district, Coronel Murta, Jequitinhonha valley, Minas Gerais, Brazil
All specimens include a label bearing the mineral name and origin as well as provenance label(s) for the specimen, if any.
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