Natural Rare Emerald Mica In Matrix Cobbed Specimens x 12 From Mutoko, Zimbabwe Zambia It has also been called

It has also been called "water-sapphire" and "Vikings' Compass" because of its usefulness in determining the direction of the sun on overcast days

often with smaller crystals growing off them

Regionally Orange River South Africa and Congo produces material from time to time

removing approximately 70% of its original weight to reveal vibrant blue hues

Natural Rare Emerald Mica In Matrix Cobbed Specimens x 12 From Mutoko, Zimbabwe Zambia It has also been calledA NOTE FROM NICK Hi TopRockers, Im excited to share an update on the specimens we initially identified as Emeralds in Matrix. Lab testing has revealed they are not true Emeralds, as they lack Beryl, the mineral behind Emeralds green hue. Instead, they are a newly identified Chromium rich mineral in the Mica family, now classified as Emerald Mica (Chrome Muscovite). While not genuine Emeralds, these specimens feature stunning green hues and intricate