Tugtupite, Polylithionite - Greenland

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SKU: MSW1563-111
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3.3 oz, 1 1/2" Diameter

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A tugtupite and silver polylithionite sphere with beautiful patterning. On one side is a chkalovite crystal enclosed in a circle of brilliantly red fluorescent tugtupite. Tugtupite is often found replacing chkalovite.

Silver polylithionite is a bright mineral found on the Taseq Slopes, found within fine-grained layers. It fluoresces a brilliant yellow/white under shortwave UV.

Tugtupite is the most widely known fluorescent mineral from Greenland. It is typically a bright gemmy red and is the source for the gem material used in making beautiful tugtupite cabochons. The natural color ranges from a light pink to a deep cherry red. Under shortwave UV, the red glow is unmistakable.

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