扎巴賈德島
Red Sea, Egypt
位於埃及紅海的扎巴賈德島(聖約翰島)是優質寶石級橄欖石的歷史產地,自古代即已開採。
What it is known for
The Zabargad peridotite yields large, clean gem-green peridot (forsterite-rich olivine), the classic material of the ancient world.
What collectors look for
Large gemmy peridot crystals and cut stones are the prize; Zabargad provenance carries historic prestige.