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Xuebaoding, Pingwu, China
Aquamarine on Muscovite, Xuebaoding, Sichuan
SKU · 1133
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A stout, nearly water-clear aquamarine crystal with the faintest blue cast, seated in a rosette of silver-grey muscovite books from Xuebaoding, Sichuan. Small and bright, mounted on a clear acrylic block.
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Specimen details
| Mineral | Aquamarine |
|---|---|
| Locality | Xuebaoding, Pingwu, China |
| Crystal system | Hexagonal |
| Chemical formula | Be3Al2Si6O18 |
| Dimensions | 3.3 cm × 3.0 cm × 2.5 cm |
| Weight | 31 g |
| Color | Blue |
| Size | Miniature (up to 2 inches / up to 5 cm) |
| Species | Aquamarine |
| Condition | No damage on display faces |
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About this specimen
The beryl on this little Xuebaoding specimen is barely tinted — nearly water-clear, with a cool blue cast that only shows when light comes through it at an angle. The crystal is stout rather than needle-like, a blunt hexagon with a flat termination and glassy fractured faces, and it is set down into a rosette of silver-grey muscovite books whose thin plates fan out around it like a collar.
Aquamarine is the blue variety of beryl, Be3Al2Si6O18, hexagonal and hard at Mohs 7.5 to 8. Xuebaoding, in Pingwu County, is one of the few Chinese localities producing collectable aquamarine, and its crystals characteristically come out nested in coarse mica exactly as this one is. Pale material is collected for contrast rather than saturation: against grey mica the crystal becomes a spark of light.
The whole specimen is 3.3 × 3.0 × 2.5 cm and weighs 31 g. It comes on the clear acrylic block seen in the photographs, fixed with removable putty. This exact miniature is the one being sold.
About Aquamarine
Aquamarine is a cyclosilicate mineral valued for its hardness and gem potential, with known Chinese sources.
About Xuebaoding, Pingwu
Xuebaoding (Mount Little Xuebaoding), Huya Township, Pingwu County, Mianyang, Sichuan, China — source of cassiterite, scheelite, and beryl on muscovite matrix.
Frequently asked questions
Will I receive the exact specimen shown?
Yes. Every specimen is a single, one-of-a-kind piece, and the photographs show the exact item you will receive — never a stock photo.
Is this Aquamarine natural?
Yes — specimens like this form naturally. As is standard in the trade, some pieces are gently cleaned or trimmed; we photograph the actual specimen and describe its origin and condition conservatively.
How is it packed and shipped?
Orders ship worldwide with fully insured, tracked delivery, carefully packed to protect fragile crystals. A display base is included.
Can I return it?
Yes — there is a 14-day return window.
What collectors say
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The mineral I received was exactly as pictured. It's not flashy, but it's a QR code fluorite that I've always wanted, and it's very beautiful. I love it!🥰
fluorita muy hermosa de gran tamaño, vendedora muy atenta siempre en comunicacion, el envio llego antes de la fecha programada, empacado con mucho cuidado, gracias
Very fine Sheelite of high quality and weight. Lovely with rich orange color. Packaged well and beautiful with stand included. Thank you- wonderful seller - great shop!!! Hugely recommended.
Absolutely stunning specimen. Packaged well! Thank you for including a free stand as well it’s much appreciated! Took a little while to ship out but it’s all good!! Thank you so much. I love it!
Beautiful authentic stone. Very fast shipping. Excellent 👍
Lovely piece from a like seller with great communication. Indian quartz, a charming cluster. Very pleased
Reçu très rapidement. Très beaux cristaux.
Clear, in perfect condition, which ia rare by itself, and here also location makes it a real collection best tier item. Thank you 🥹
Another stunning mineral from Maggie. It has a CHARACTER which is not so often to get. I'm in love with every single piece from Maggie and this one is no exception.
It's FENOMENAL. I'm so happy I decided to buy it. Cristals are in perfecf shape, big... I'm speachless. I think it's absolutely one of my best specimens. Thank you!
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I have other wanadynites but this one is my favourite. Cristals itslef are small, but the overall composition is georgous 😍
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