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Gem Afghanite Crystal from Kokscha Valley, Badakshan, Afghanistan

$1,500
£1,113.06
€1,296.56
CA$2,088.01
A$2,325.19
CHF 1,210.13
MX$28,669.29
NOK 15,411.96
SEK 14,485.75
DKK 9,673.95
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About the Item

From Koksha Valley, Khash Kuran Wa Munjan Districts, Badakhshan Province, Afghanistan Prismatic blue afghanite crystals exposed on the face of gray to white marble. Crystals has lustrous crystal faces with deep royal blue color. Weight: 7.5 lbs, Dimensions: 8 x 4 x 6 inches
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 6 in (15.24 cm)Width: 4 in (10.16 cm)Depth: 8 in (20.32 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    21st Century
  • Production Type:
    New & Custom(One of a Kind)
  • Estimated Production Time:
    Available Now
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    New York, NY
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: M9991stDibs: LU6682244949262

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