Ruby in Marble (illustrated)

Jagdalek, Kabul Province, Afghanistan
Small Cabinet, 7.5 x 7.2 x 3.6 cm
Start Time: 05/10/2010 6:30:00 pm (CDT)
End Time: 05/20/2010 6:33:57 pm (CDT)
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Item Description

A bright pigeon-blood-red ruby crystal, 2 cm long, excavated almost fully from matrix makes this a dramatic natural ruby specimen for the price! The crystal is doubly-terminated. It has wonderful luster and intense color. This piece was photographed for inclusion in a book entitled "Stones of the Bible" which we provided photos for a few years ago...though which seems to be out of print now (though I have a copy here somewhere). Valued at $750.

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