Tourmaline
Set of seven tourmaline crystals from the Mount Mica Mine in Paris, Oxford Co., Maine. These pieces were likely discovered around the mid-19th century. The mine operated from the early 19th century until WWI. © Rob Lavinsky, www.iRocks.com. Used with permission.
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Gemstone | Tourmaline |
Natural or man made | Natural |
Origin | United States |
Origin details | Mount Mica Mine in Paris, Oxford Co., Maine |
Gem State | Specimen |
Color | RedGray, |
Transparency | Transparent |